Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters (2024)

10/31/2024 (GB) • Documentary • 1h 30m

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.

Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters (2024)

10/31/2024 (GB) • 1h 30m

Documentary

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.

Top Billed Cast

Narrator

Self

Self

Self

Self

Self

Self

Self (archive footage)

Christopher Lee

Self (archive footage)

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

behind the scenes

horror filmmaking

documentary

horror

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