Experience the eerie and comedic world of King of the Zombies (1941), a classic horror-comedy directed by Jean Yarbrough. Set during World War II, the film follows pilot James "Mac" McCarthy (Dick Purcell), his passenger Bill Summers (John Archer), and their valet Jefferson "Jeff" Jackson (Mantan Moreland) as they crash-land on a mysterious Caribbean island. Seeking shelter, they encounter the enigmatic Dr. Miklos Sangre (Henry Victor), whose mansion harbors dark secrets involving voodoo rituals and zombies.
Cast:
Dick Purcell as James "Mac" McCarthy
Joan Woodbury as Barbara Winslow
Mantan Moreland as Jefferson "Jeff" Jackson
Henry Victor as Dr. Miklos Sangre
John Archer as Bill Summers
Patricia Stacey as Alyce Sangre
Guy Usher as Admiral Arthur Wainwright
Marguerite Whitten as Samantha
Leigh Whipper as Momba
Madame Sul-Te-Wan as Tahama
James Davis as Lazarus
Film Details:
Director: Jean Yarbrough
Writers: Edmond Kelso
Production Company: Monogram Pictures
Release Date: May 14, 1941
Runtime: 67 minutes
Language: English
Country: United States
King of the Zombies is notable for its blend of horror and comedy, as well as its Academy Award nomination for Best Music Score of a Dramatic Picture in 1942. The film is now in the public domain and is presented here for educational and entertainment purposes.
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