The Body Snatcher
"GRAVES RAIDED! COFFINS ROBBED! CORPSES CARVED! MIDNIGHT MURDER! BODY BLACKMAIL! STALKING GHOULS! Mad Thrills of Terror And Macabre Mystery... –and don't blame us if you stay awake all night!"
Originally released in 1945. The Body Snatcher is a horror film. directed by Robert Wise. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, and Henry Daniell
Synopsis
Edinburgh, 1831. Among those who undertake the illegal trade of grave robbery is Gray, ostensibly a cab driver. Formerly a medical student convicted of grave robbery, Gray holds a grudge against Dr. MacFarlane who had escaped detection and punishment.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 25, 1945
80 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (198 votes)
Budget
$125K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Boris Karloff
as John Gray
Bela Lugosi
as Joseph
Henry Daniell
as Dr. Wolfe 'Toddy' MacFarlane
Edith Atwater
as Meg Camden
Russell Wade
as Donald Fettes
Rita Corday
as Mrs. Marsh
Sharyn Moffett
as Georgina Marsh
Donna Lee
as Street Singer
Ted Billings
as Townsman (uncredited)
Bobby Burns
as Mourner (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $125,000
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Body Snatcher about?
Edinburgh, 1831. Among those who undertake the illegal trade of grave robbery is Gray, ostensibly a cab driver. Formerly a medical student convicted of grave robbery, Gray holds a grudge against Dr...
Who directed The Body Snatcher?
The Body Snatcher was directed by Robert Wise.
How long is The Body Snatcher?
The Body Snatcher has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was The Body Snatcher released?
The Body Snatcher was released on May 25, 1945 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Body Snatcher?
The main cast of The Body Snatcher includes Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, Henry Daniell, Edith Atwater, Russell Wade.
Is The Body Snatcher worth watching?
The Body Snatcher has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 198 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.