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Heroes of Horror

2001-01-01 · 344 min · ★ 8.7

Documentary · Horror

A&E Comprehensive biographies of five of the greatest classic stars of the horror genre. Features lots or archive footage from some the greatest horror films committed to celluloid.

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Directors
David J. Skal
Production companies
A+E Global Media
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Lon Chaney Jr.Lon Chaney Jr.(archive footage)
Boris KarloffBoris Karloff(archive footage)
Peter LorrePeter Lorre(archive footage)
Bela LugosiBela Lugosi(archive footage)
Vincent PriceVincent Price(archive footage)
Richard KileyRichard KileyNarrator

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