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Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters(2024)

10/31/2024 (GB)Documentary1h 30m
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Overview

A look at Hammer’s progression from a back office in London’s Regent Street to its iconic status within the horror film genre. The company, started by comedian and businessman William Hinds in 1934, made films such as The Curse of Frankenstein, Dracula, and The Quatermass Xperiment during the period for which it is best known, making stars out of the likes of Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing.

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Charles Dance photo
Peter Cushing photo

Peter Cushing

Self (archive footage)

Christopher Lee photo

Christopher Lee

Self (archive footage)

Vincent Price photo

Vincent Price

Self (archive footage)

Movie Stats

StatusReleased

BudgetNot Given

RevenueNot Given

Production CompanyHammer Film Productions

Original LanguageEnglish

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