Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters

Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters

2024
1h 30min

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

Storyline

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.
    Released
    31 October 2024
    Runtime
    1h 30min
    Director
    Genre
    Status
    Released
    Language
    English
    Production
    Hammer Film Productions, Deep Fusion Films, Sky
Cast
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