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The City of the Dead (1960)

Movie ★ 6.5 78 min

Mystery Horror

In Whitewood, Massachusetts, a presumed witch places a curse on the town before she is burned at the stake. 300 years later, a college student arrives and checks into the mysterious Raven's Inn to research the town's history with witchcraft.

John Llewellyn Moxey Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 9, 1960
Runtime
78 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0053719
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Studio
Vulcan Film

Themes

Cast

Dennis Lotis Richard Barlow Christopher Lee Christopher Lee Prof. Alan Driscoll Patricia Jessel Patricia Jessel Elizabeth Selwyn / Mrs. Newless Tom Naylor Tom Naylor Bill Maitland Betta St. John Betta St. John Patricia Russell Venetia Stevenson Venetia Stevenson Nan Barlow Valentine Dyall Valentine Dyall Jethrow Keane Ann Beach Ann Beach Lottie Norman MacOwan Rev. Russell James Dyrenforth Garage Attendant Fred Johnson Fred Johnson The Elder William Abney Policeman

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Frequently asked questions

What is The City of the Dead about?
In Whitewood, Massachusetts, a presumed witch places a curse on the town before she is burned at the stake. 300 years later, a college student arrives and checks into the mysterious Raven's Inn to research the town's history with witchcraft.
Who directed The City of the Dead?
The City of the Dead was directed by John Llewellyn Moxey.
Who stars in The City of the Dead?
The City of the Dead stars Dennis Lotis, Christopher Lee, Patricia Jessel, Tom Naylor.
When was The City of the Dead released?
The City of the Dead is a 1960 mystery, horror film.
Where can I watch The City of the Dead?
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