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The Man with Nine Lives (1940)

"He kills in the name of science...Tombs of ice for the living...Chambers of horror for the dead!"

6.219401h 14mEN
Science FictionHorror

Directed by Nick Grindé

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

1h 14m

Language

EN

Release

April 18, 1940

Director

Nick Grindé

Official Trailer

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Overview

Dr. Leon Kravaal develops a potential cure for cancer, which involves freezing the patient. But an experiment goes awry when authorities believe Kravaal has killed a patient. Kravaal freezes the officials, along with himself. Years later, they are discovered and revived in hopes that Kravaal can ind...

Cast

Boris Karloff

Boris Karloff

Dr. Leon Kravaal

Roger Pryor

Roger Pryor

Dr. Tim Mason

Jo Ann Sayers

Jo Ann Sayers

Nurse Judith Blair

Stanley Brown

Stanley Brown

Bob Adams

John Dilson

John Dilson

John Hawthorne

Hal Taliaferro

Hal Taliaferro

Sheriff Stanton

Byron Foulger

Byron Foulger

Dr. Bassett

Charles Trowbridge

Charles Trowbridge

Dr. Harvey

Ernie Adams

Ernie Adams

Pete Daggett

Minta Durfee

Minta Durfee

Frozen Therapy Patient (uncredited)

Charles Miller

Charles Miller

Doctor Spectator Explaining Procedure (uncredited)

Eddie Dew

Eddie Dew

Doctor Spectator Listening to Explanation (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Man with Nine Lives (1940), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Dr. Leon Kravaal develops a potential cure for cancer, which involves freezing the patient. But an experiment goes awry when authorities believe Kravaal has killed a patient. Kravaal freezes the officials, along with himself. Years later, they are discovered and revived in hopes that Kravaal can indeed complete his cure. But human greed and weakness compound to disrupt the project.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Man with Nine Lives. 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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