The Mummy's Ghost

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"Nameless! Fleshless! Deathless!"
  • NR
  • 1944
  • 1 hr 1 min
  • 5.6  (3,378)

The Mummy's Ghost is a classic horror movie from 1944, directed by Reginald Le Borg and starring Lon Chaney Jr., John Carradine, and Robert Lowery. This film is the fourth entry in the Universal Studios' Mummy franchise and is a continuation of the story from the previous installment, The Mummy's Tomb. The story starts in Massachusetts, where a group of archaeologists is studying the legend of the mummy Kharis. The mummy was brought to the United States by an Egyptian priest, who hopes to revive the princess Ananka, Kharis' lost love. The archaeologists are trying to locate the mummy's tomb and find the Scroll of Life, which contains the ritual to bring Kharis back to life.

Meanwhile, in Mapleton, another small town in Massachusetts, a woman named Amina Mansouri mysteriously disappears. She is engaged to the young architect Tom Hervey, who is devastated by her disappearance. He soon learns that Amina's disappearance is related to the legend of Kharis and Ananka.

As the archaeologists get closer to finding the mummy, Kharis is resurrected once again, and his mission is to find Ananka's reincarnated form and bring her back to Egypt. Kharis sets his sights on Amina, whom he believes to be Ananka's reincarnation, and Tom and his friends must do everything in their power to protect her.

The Mummy's Ghost is a quintessential horror movie, full of suspense, scares, and dramatic tension. Lon Chaney Jr. delivers a brilliant performance as Kharis, the relentless mummy who will stop at nothing to fulfill his mission. Despite being covered in bandages and unable to speak, Chaney's physical presence is enough to strike fear in the hearts of the audience.

John Carradine also gives a standout performance as Yousef Bey, the Egyptian priest who brought Kharis to the United States. Carradine's portrayal of the priest is both ominous and hypnotic, drawing the audience into the movie's complex mythology.

Robert Lowery's portrayal of Tom Hervey is also notable, as the young architect finds himself caught up in a supernatural web of deceit and danger. Lowery's performance adds a sense of humanity to the film and makes the audience root for his character's survival.

The movie's special effects are also noteworthy, especially considering the time period in which it was made. The scenes involving Kharis coming back to life are particularly impressive, as the mummy slowly rises from the ground and begins his relentless pursuit of Amina.

Overall, The Mummy's Ghost is an excellent addition to the Universal Studios' Mummy franchise and is sure to delight horror fans of all ages. With its stunning visuals, iconic characters, and suspenseful plot, this movie is a must-see for anyone who loves classic horror films.

The Mummy's Ghost is a 1944 horror movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 1 minute. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.6.

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  • Release Date
    1944
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    1 hr 1 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.6  (3,378)