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The Ghoul
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The Ghoul

1933-08-01 · 77 min · ★ 5.6

Horror · Mystery

British Egyptologist Professor Morlant seeks immortality through 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.

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Directors
T. Hayes Hunter
Production companies
Gaumont-British Picture Corporation, Gaumont
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Boris KarloffBoris KarloffProf. Morlant
Cedric HardwickeCedric HardwickeBroughton
Ernest ThesigerErnest ThesigerLaing
Ralph RichardsonRalph RichardsonNigel Hartley
Dorothy HysonDorothy HysonBetty Harlon
Anthony BushellAnthony BushellRalph Morlant
Kathleen HarrisonKathleen HarrisonKaney
Harold HuthHarold HuthAga Ben Dragore
D.A. Clarke-SmithD.A. Clarke-SmithMahmoud
Jack RaineJack RaineDavis the Chauffeur (uncredited)
George RelphGeorge RelphDoctor (uncredited)

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