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The Fearless Vampire Killers (1967)

โ€œWho says Vampires are no laughing matter?โ€

6.9/10 ยท 848 votes 1h 48m nr ComedyHorror

#15 of 19 films from 1967 #994 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Roman Polanski ยท Written by Roman Polanski, Gรฉrard Brach

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Overview

A noted professor and his dim-witted apprentice fall prey to their inquiring vampires, while on the trail of the ominous damsel in distress.

Cast

Jack MacGowranas Professor Abronsius
Roman Polanskias Alfred
Alfie Bassas Shagal, the Inn-Keeper
Jessie Robinsas Rebecca Shagal
Sharon Tateas Sarah Shagal
Ferdy Mayneas Count von Krolock / Narrator
Iain Quarrieras Herbert von Krolock
Terry Downesas Koukol, the Servant
Fiona Lewisas Magda, the Maid
Ronald Laceyas Village Idiot
Sydney Bromleyas Sleigh Driver
Andreas Malandrinosas Woodcutter
Otto Diamantas Woodcutter
Matthew Waltersas Woodcutter

Facts

Release dateNovember 13, 1967
Runtime108 min (1h 48m) โ€” about the same as the 1967 average of 109 min
GenresComedy, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$2,000,000
IMDbtt0061655

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Questions

How long is The Fearless Vampire Killers?
The Fearless Vampire Killers runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Is The Fearless Vampire Killers worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 848 votes, which places it #15 of 19 films released in 1967 in this index (top 26%) and #994 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Fearless Vampire Killers?
The Fearless Vampire Killers was directed by Roman Polanski. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Pianist (2002), Chinatown (1974), Rosemary's Baby (1968).
Who stars in The Fearless Vampire Killers?
Jack MacGowran as Professor Abronsius; Roman Polanski as Alfred; Alfie Bass as Shagal, the Inn-Keeper; Jessie Robins as Rebecca Shagal; Sharon Tate as Sarah Shagal; Ferdy Mayne as Count von Krolock / Narrator.
What is The Fearless Vampire Killers rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Fearless Vampire Killers?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/62969.

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