King of the Zombies
"HUMAN SACRIFICES! SAVAGE TORTURE! VOODOO RITES!"
Originally released in 1941. King of the Zombies is a horror/comedy film. directed by Jean Yarbrough. At just 67 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dick Purcell, Joan Woodbury, and Mantan Moreland
Synopsis
During World War II, a small plane somewhere over the Caribbean runs low on fuel and is blown off course by a storm. Guided by a faint radio signal, they crash-land on an island. The passenger, his manservant and the pilot take refuge in a mansion owned by a doctor. The quick-witted yet easily-frightened manservant soon becomes convinced the mansion is haunted by zombies and ghosts.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 14, 1941
84 years ago
Runtime
1h 7m
67 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (54 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top 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 Wainwright
Marguerite Whitten
as Samantha
Leigh Whipper
as Momba
Madame Sul-Te-Wan
as Tahama
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Monogram Pictures
- Sterling Productions Inc.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King of the Zombies about?
During World War II, a small plane somewhere over the Caribbean runs low on fuel and is blown off course by a storm. Guided by a faint radio signal, they crash-land on an island. The passenger, his...
Who directed King of the Zombies?
King of the Zombies was directed by Jean Yarbrough.
How long is King of the Zombies?
King of the Zombies has a runtime of 1 hours and 7 minutes (67 minutes total).
When was King of the Zombies released?
King of the Zombies was released on May 14, 1941 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in King of the Zombies?
The main cast of King of the Zombies includes Dick Purcell, Joan Woodbury, Mantan Moreland, Henry Victor, John Archer.