The Phantom of the Opera
"The greatest horror film of modern cinema!"
Originally released in 1925. The Phantom of the Opera is a horror/music film. directed by Rupert Julian.
Starring Lon Chaney, Norman Kerry, and Mary Philbin
Synopsis
The deformed Phantom who haunts the Paris Opera House causes murder and mayhem in an attempt to make the woman he loves a star.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 29, 1925
100 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (387 votes)
Box Office
$2M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lon Chaney
as Erik, The Phantom
Norman Kerry
as Vicomte Raoul de Chagny
Mary Philbin
as Christine Daaé
Arthur Edmund Carewe
as Ledoux
Gibson Gowland
as Simon Buquet
Snitz Edwards
as Florine Papillon
John St. Polis
as Comte Philip de Chagny
Virginia Pearson
as Carlotta
Olive Ann Alcorn
as La Sorelli (uncredited)
Betty Van Allen
as Ballerina (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $2,000,000
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Phantom of the Opera about?
The deformed Phantom who haunts the Paris Opera House causes murder and mayhem in an attempt to make the woman he loves a star.
Who directed The Phantom of the Opera?
The Phantom of the Opera was directed by Rupert Julian.
How long is The Phantom of the Opera?
The Phantom of the Opera has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was The Phantom of the Opera released?
The Phantom of the Opera was released on June 29, 1925 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Phantom of the Opera?
The main cast of The Phantom of the Opera includes Lon Chaney, Norman Kerry, Mary Philbin, Arthur Edmund Carewe, Gibson Gowland.
Is The Phantom of the Opera worth watching?
The Phantom of the Opera has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 387 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.