The Mummy
"It Comes to Life!"
Originally released in 1932. The Mummy is a horror/fantasy film. directed by Karl Freund. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Boris Karloff, Zita Johann, and David Manners
Synopsis
An ancient Egyptian priest named Imhotep is revived when a British archaeological expedition finds his mummy and one of the researchers accidentally reads an ancient life-giving spell. Imhotep escapes from the field site and searches for the reincarnation of the soul of his lover.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 22, 1932
93 years ago
Runtime
1h 13m
73 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (678 votes)
Budget
$196K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Boris Karloff
as Imhotep / Ardath Bey
Zita Johann
as Helen Grosvenor / Princess Anck-es-en-Amon
David Manners
as Frank Whemple
Arthur Byron
as Sir Joseph Whemple
Edward Van Sloan
as Dr. Muller
Bramwell Fletcher
as Ralph Norton
Noble Johnson
as The Nubian Servant
Kathryn Byron
as Frau Muller
Leonard Mudie
as Professor Pearson
James Crane
as The Pharaoh
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $196,000
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mummy about?
An ancient Egyptian priest named Imhotep is revived when a British archaeological expedition finds his mummy and one of the researchers accidentally reads an ancient life-giving spell. Imhotep esca...
Who directed The Mummy?
The Mummy was directed by Karl Freund.
How long is The Mummy?
The Mummy has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).
When was The Mummy released?
The Mummy was released on December 22, 1932 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Mummy?
The main cast of The Mummy includes Boris Karloff, Zita Johann, David Manners, Arthur Byron, Edward Van Sloan.
Is The Mummy worth watching?
The Mummy has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 678 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.