The Ghoul
"From the Depths of the Earth, He Will Rise."
Originally released in 1933. The Ghoul is a horror/mystery film. directed by T. Hayes Hunter. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Boris Karloff, Cedric Hardwicke, and Ernest Thesiger
Synopsis
British Egyptologist, Professor Morlant, seeks immortality through the power of a jewel buried in the tomb of an Oriental idol. Upon his death, Morlant returns to earth to seek vengeance upon those who removed the jewel from his grave.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 1, 1933
92 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (60 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Boris Karloff
as Prof. Morlant
Cedric Hardwicke
as Broughton
Ernest Thesiger
as Laing
Ralph Richardson
as Nigel Hartley
Dorothy Hyson
as Betty Harlon
Anthony Bushell
as Ralph Morlant
Kathleen Harrison
as Kaney
Harold Huth
as Aga Ben Dragore
D.A. Clarke-Smith
as Mahmoud
Jack Raine
as Davis the Chauffeur (uncredited)
You Might Also Like
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Gaumont-British Picture Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ghoul about?
British Egyptologist, Professor Morlant, seeks immortality through the power of a jewel buried in the tomb of an Oriental idol. Upon his death, Morlant returns to earth to seek vengeance upon those...
Who directed The Ghoul?
The Ghoul was directed by T. Hayes Hunter.
How long is The Ghoul?
The Ghoul has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was The Ghoul released?
The Ghoul was released on August 1, 1933 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ghoul?
The main cast of The Ghoul includes Boris Karloff, Cedric Hardwicke, Ernest Thesiger, Ralph Richardson, Dorothy Hyson.