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The Mummy (1932)
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The Mummy (1932)

Fantasy, Horror • 1h 13m

Overview

An ancient Egyptian priest named Imhotep is revived when an archaeological expedition finds his mummy and one of the archaeologists accidentally reads an ancient life-giving spell. Imhotep escapes from the field site and searches for the reincarnation of the soul of his lover.

Director: Karl Freund

Best English-Friendly Release

Universal Monster Collection Vol 2 4K Blu-ray

Best Video Release

Universal Monster Collection Vol 2 4K Blu-ray

Best Audio Release

1993 CIC Video LaserDisc

Format

UHD Blu-ray

UHD Tiers

Excellent
Universal Monster Collection Vol 2

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Length

73 mins

Type

Movie

Last Updated

3 months ago

Contributors

Best English-Friendly Release

Universal Monster Collection Vol 2 4K Blu-ray

Best Video Release

Universal Monster Collection Vol 2 4K Blu-ray

Best Audio Release

1993 CIC Video LaserDisc

Format
UHD Blu-ray
UHD Tiers
Excellent
Universal Monster Collection Vol 2
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Length
73 mins
Type
Movie
Last Updated
3 months ago
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