The Raven
"The uncanny master of make-up in a new amazing shocker!"
Originally released in 1935. The Raven is a horror film. directed by Lew Landers. At just 61 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, and Lester Matthews
Synopsis
A brilliant but deranged neurosurgeon becomes obsessively fixated on a judge's daughter. With the help of an escaped criminal whose face he has surgically deformed, the mad man lures her, her father, and her fiancé to his isolated, castle-like home.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 8, 1935
90 years ago
Runtime
1h 1m
61 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (151 votes)
Budget
$115K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Boris Karloff
as Edmond Bateman
Bela Lugosi
as Dr. Richard Vollin
Lester Matthews
as Dr. Jerry Holden
Irene Ware
as Jean Thatcher
Samuel S. Hinds
as Judge Thatcher
Spencer Charters
as Col. Bertram Grant
Inez Courtney
as Mary Burns
Ian Wolfe
as Geoffrey 'Pinky' Burns
Maidel Turner
as Mrs. Grant
Raine Bennett
as Poe (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $115,000
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Raven about?
A brilliant but deranged neurosurgeon becomes obsessively fixated on a judge's daughter. With the help of an escaped criminal whose face he has surgically deformed, the mad man lures her, her fathe...
Who directed The Raven?
The Raven was directed by Lew Landers.
How long is The Raven?
The Raven has a runtime of 1 hours and 1 minutes (61 minutes total).
When was The Raven released?
The Raven was released on July 8, 1935 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Raven?
The main cast of The Raven includes Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, Lester Matthews, Irene Ware, Samuel S. Hinds.
Is The Raven worth watching?
The Raven has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 151 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.