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The Ghoul

From the Depths of the Earth, He Will Rise.

Aug 1, 1933 1h 17mMysteryHorror
5.6IMDb
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British Egyptologist Professor Morlant seeks immortality through a jewel buried in the tomb of an Oriental idol.Upon his death, Morlant returns to Earth to seek vengeance upon those who removed the jewel from his grave.

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Tension85
Craft77
Drama40
Wonder38
Action34
Humour30

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British Egyptologist Professor Morlant seeks immortality through a jewel buried in the tomb of an Oriental idol. Upon his death, Morlant returns to Earth to seek vengeance upon those who removed the jewel from his grave.

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Aug 1, 1933
Runtime
1h 17m
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English
Country
United Kingdom

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