
The Black Cat
Things you never said before nor even dreamed of!
After a road accident in Hungary, the American honeymooners Joan and Peter and the enigmatic Dr. Werdegast find refuge in the house of the famed architect Hjalmar Poelzig, who shares a dark past with the doctor.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Black Cat
- Genres: Horror
- Release Date: 1934-05-07
- Runtime: 65 minutes
- Rating: 6.678/10 (281 votes)
- Budget: $95,745
- Revenue: $236,000
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.9883
- Languages: Latin, English, French, Hungarian
Cast & Crew

Boris Karloff
as Hjalmar Poelzig

Bela Lugosi
as Dr. Vitus Werdegast

David Manners
as Peter Alison

Julie Bishop
as Joan Alison

Egon Brecher
as The Majordomo

Harry Cording
as Thamal

Lucille Lund
as Karen

Henry Armetta
as The Sergeant

Albert Conti
as The Lieutenant

John Carradine
as Cult Organist
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Trailers & Clips
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The Black Cat (1934) Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Black Cat?▼
The Black Cat is a Horror movie directed by . It was released on 1934-05-07.
Who are the main actors in The Black Cat?▼
The main cast includes Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, David Manners, Julie Bishop, Egon Brecher, .
Where can I watch The Black Cat online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Black Cat is available.
Is The Black Cat based on a true story?▼
Things you never said before nor even dreamed of!
What is the IMDb rating of The Black Cat?▼
The Black Cat has an IMDb rating of 6.678/10 based on 281 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Black Cat?▼
The movie had a production budget of $95,745 and earned $236,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Black Cat?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Black Cat filmed?▼
The Black Cat was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Black Cat?▼
The total runtime of The Black Cat is 65 minutes.
Is The Black Cat suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Black Cat?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Black Cat.
Does The Black Cat have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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