 The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms
(1953)
Sci-fi/thriller about an irritated dinosaur trashing Manhattan after being awakened by
nuclear tests. Monster movie fans should get kicks from the classic claymation effects,
though some will find its 1950s earnestness hokey.
Starring: Paul Christian, Paula Raymond
Director: Eugene Lourie
Runtime: 80 minutes
Rating: NR |
 The Blob (1958)
Classic sci-fi/horror B-movie about a gelatinous threat from outer space. This was a
rollicking treat for teen drive-in dates in the '50s. Still holds pleasure for fans of
campy horror.
Starring: Steve
McQueen, Aneta Corseaut
Director: Irvin S. Yeaworth Jr.
Runtime: 80 minutes
Rating: NR |
 Creature
from the Black Lagoon (1954)
A favorite classic, much-imitated sci-fi/horror date movie was a hit with 1950s audiences.
Classic sci-fi buffs and fans of camp find plenty of entertainment here. The sequels
aren't to bad either!
Starring: Richard Carlson, Julie Adams
Director: Jack Arnold
Runtime: 79 minutes
Rating: G |
 Dracula (1931)
Classic tale of a Transylvanian
vampire who searches for blood in this genre-creating horror classic. This movie set the
tone for all future vampire films. Film history buffs and those who love vampires will
enjoy it.
Starring: Bela Lugosi, Helen Chandler
Director: Tod Browning
Runtime: 84 minutes
Rating: NR |
 Frankenstein (1931)
Timeless tragedy about mad scientist creating murderous-yet-childlike creature. This
founding example of the monster movie still fascinates horror fans, film history buffs
with its still-chilling suspense, sterling performances.
Starring: Boris Karloff, Colin Clive
Director: James Whale
Runtime: 70 minutes
Rating: NR |
 The Bride of Frankenstein
(1935)
Dark, witty sequel about mad doctor creating a mate for his monster. This favorite of
critics is still capable of providing heart-thumping jolts for fans of classic horror.
Starring: Boris
Karloff, Colin Clive
Director: James Whale
Runtime: 75 minute
Rating: NR |
 The Fly (1958)
Classic sci-fi horror tale about scientist swapping genes with a fly begins slowly, but
builds to memorably chilling, absurd finale. (Help me! Help me!!) A must-see for genre
fans.
Starring: Vincent
Price, David Hedison
Director: Kurt Neumann
Runtime: 94 minutes
Rating: NR |
 Godzilla, King of the Monsters
(1956)
Classic Japanese sci-fi about towering, fire-breathing lizard laying waste to scale model
of Tokyo. Monster-movie fans will love its rubbery effects, while the comically dubbed
dialogue appeals to camp lovers.
Starring: Raymond
Burr, Takashi Shimura
Directors: Inoshiro Honda, Terry
Morse
Runtime: 80 minutes
Rating: NR |
 The Invisible Man (1933)
Intriguing tale of unstable chemist whose invisibility formula makes him both insane and
unseen. Macabre humor, remarkable special effects for the time make this fascinating
entertainment for classic horror fans.
Starring: Claude Rains, Gloria Stuart
Director: James Whale
Runtime: 71 minutes
Rating: NR |
 King Kong (1933)
Classic horror thriller about a very large, monstrous ape running amok after being
brought to New York City. Though somewhat dated, its groundbreaking effects, still-powerful
beauty-and-the-beast drama are considered required viewing for genre fans, cinema buffs.
Starring: Fay
Wray, Bruce Cabot
Directors: Merian C. Cooper, Ernest B. Schoedsack
Runtime: 105 minutes
Rating: NR |
 The
Mummy (1932)
Reincarnated mummy stalks Egypt for modern bride in chilly horror classic. Masterful
atmosphere, dominant Karloff performance add distinction to this film.
Starring: Boris Karloff, Zita Johann
Director: Karl Freund
Runtime: 72 minutes
Rating: NR |
 Them! (1954)
Atomic test-created giant ant mutations run amok in 50s sci-fi classic. Classic
horror/sci-fi enthusiasts will be drawn in by intelligent script, building tension, and
acclaimed, though dated, special effects.
Starring: James
Whitmore, Edmund Gwenn
Director: Gordon Douglas
Runtime: 93 minutes
Rating: NR |
 The
Wolf Man (1941)
After he's bitten by werewolf, young man transforms into vicious wolf man with every full
moon. Chilling story and spectacular make-up effects for the time provide a thrilling romp for classic horror
buffs.
Starring: Lon Chaney Jr., Evelyn Ankers
Director: George Waggner
Runtime: 70 minutes
Rating: NR |
