Mark of the Vampire
Seen it?1935 | 60 min | Mystery, Horror
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (87% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 6.2 out of 10 from audiences and soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and horror fans. If you loved Dracula or House on Haunted Hill, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Scary.
- The pace
- Moves along nicely, at 1 hr.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1935: an older pace and style.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
Sir Borotyn, a prominent Prague resident, is discovered murdered in his home, with all indications pointing to a vampiric assault. The victim's friend, Baron Otto, and the physician who analyzes the body, are certain that the vampire is either the mysterious Count Mora or his daughter. Receiving little help from the law, occult expert Professor Zelen is sought to assist with their investigation.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
87% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesBelow par
6.2 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 32K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Tod Browning
- Lionel BarrymoreProfessor Zelin
- Elizabeth AllanIrena Borotyn
- Bela LugosiCount Mora
- Lionel AtwillInspector Neumann
- Jean HersholtBaron Otto
- Henry WadsworthFedor Vincente
- Donald MeekDr. Doskil
- Jessie RalphMidwife
- Ivan F. SimpsonJan
- Franklyn ArdellChauffeur