The Mummy (1959)
The Mummy is a 1959 horror movie directed by Terence Fisher, with a running time of 1h 28m. It stars Peter Cushing, Christopher Lee and Yvonne Furneaux.
One by one the archaeologists who discover the 4,000-year-old tomb of Princess Ananka are brutally murdered. Kharis, high priest in Egypt 40 centuries ago, has been brought to life by the power of the ancient gods and his sole purpose is to destroy those responsible for the desecration of the sacred tomb. But Isobel, wife of one of the explorers, resembles the beautiful princess, forcing the speechless and tormented monster to defy commands and abduct Isobel to an unknown fate.
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What is The Mummy about?
One by one the archaeologists who discover the 4,000-year-old tomb of Princess Ananka are brutally murdered. Kharis, high priest in Egypt 40 centuries ago, has been brought to life by the power of the ancient gods and his sole purpose is to destroy those responsible for the desecration of the sacred tomb. But Isobel, wife of one of the explorers, resembles the beautiful princess, forcing the speechless and tormented monster to defy commands and abduct Isobel to an unknown fate.
When was The Mummy released?
The Mummy was released on 1 August 1959.
How long is The Mummy?
The Mummy runs 1h 28m.
Who made The Mummy?
The Mummy was directed by Terence Fisher.
Where can I watch The Mummy?
The Mummy is available on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and Google Play Movies.
Where to watch The Mummy
Stream: HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Peter Cushing as John Banning
- Christopher Lee as Kharis, the Mummy
- Yvonne Furneaux as Isobel Banning / Princess Ananka
- Eddie Byrne as Inspector Mulrooney
- Felix Aylmer as Stephen Banning
- Raymond Huntley as Joseph Whemple
- George Pastell as Mehemet Bey
- Michael Ripper as Poacher
- George Woodbridge as Police Constable
- Harold Goodwin as Pat
- Denis Shaw as Mike
- Gerald Lawson as Irish Customer
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- Companion guide: Ancient Egypt
- Companion guide: Archaeology & Lost Tombs
- Companion guide: Mummies & Ancient Curses