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Night of the Demon (1957)

"Who will be the next in line to defy the curse?"

7.019571h 36mEN
FantasyHorrorMystery

Directed by Jacques Tourneur

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 36m

Language

EN

Release

November 9, 1957

Director

Jacques Tourneur

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Overview

American professor John Holden arrives in London for a conference on parapsychology only to discover that the colleague he was supposed to meet was killed in a freak accident the day before. It turns out that the deceased had been investigating a cult lead by Dr. Julian Karswell. Though a skeptic, H...

Cast

Dana Andrews

Dana Andrews

Dr. John Holden

Peggy Cummins

Peggy Cummins

Joanna Harrington

Niall MacGinnis

Niall MacGinnis

Dr. Julian Karswell

Maurice Denham

Maurice Denham

Professor Henry Harrington

Athene Seyler

Athene Seyler

Mrs. Karswell

Liam Redmond

Liam Redmond

Professor Mark O'Brien

Reginald Beckwith

Reginald Beckwith

Mr. Meek

Ewan Roberts

Ewan Roberts

Lloyd Williamson

Peter Elliott

Peter Elliott

Professor K.T. Kumar

Rosamund Greenwood

Rosamund Greenwood

Mrs. Meek

Brian Wilde

Brian Wilde

Rand Hobart

Richard Leech

Richard Leech

Inspector Mottrarn

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Night of the Demon (1957), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

American professor John Holden arrives in London for a conference on parapsychology only to discover that the colleague he was supposed to meet was killed in a freak accident the day before. It turns out that the deceased had been investigating a cult lead by Dr. Julian Karswell. Though a skeptic, Holden is suspicious of the devil-worshiping Karswell. Following a trail of mysterious manuscripts, Holden enters a world that makes him question his faith in science.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Night of the Demon. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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