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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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