The Mummy (1932) movie poster

The Mummy

1932 · 73 min · Director: Karl Freund

The Mummy (1932) is a horror film, directed by Karl Freund. It stars Boris Karloff and Zita Johann. The 73-minute film holds an audience score of 6.7/10.

What The Mummy Is About

Karl Freund's 1932 film follows a mummy woken at a dig. Years later it returns in human form. He takes a woman for his ancient love. The film draws its fear from the gaze rather than speed; the narrative makes the idea of undying love its real subject. Boris Karloff leads. The director came from cinematography. It is one of the Universal horror films. Who it's for: those who like classic horror. Who it's not for: viewers troubled by how Egypt and Egyptians are drawn; the film carries the orientalism of its period.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Mummy about?

Karl Freund's 1932 film follows a mummy woken at a dig. Years later it returns in human form.

Where can I watch The Mummy?

The Mummy is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Mummy?

The Mummy runs for 73 minutes (1h 13m).

When did The Mummy come out?

The Mummy was released in 1932.

Who directed The Mummy?

The Mummy was directed by Karl Freund.

Who stars in The Mummy?

The Mummy stars Boris Karloff, Zita Johann, David Manners, Arthur Byron.

What is The Mummy's rating?

The Mummy holds 6.9/10 on IMDb and 6.7/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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