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Crypt of the Vampire (1964): cast, story & where to watch

1964 · Film · ★ 4.8

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Released in 1964, Crypt of the Vampire is a horror film directed by Camillo Mastrocinque, running about 82 minutes. “How much shock can the human brain endure before it cracks?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Count Karnstein sends for a doctor to help his sick daughter Laura. Her nurse believes she is possessed by the spirit of a dead ancestor, Carmilla. A young woman becomes intrigued by the mysterious deaths surrounding Laura after a carriage accident outside the castle forces her to stay. They become close friends until Laura becomes convinced the spirit of Carmilla is forcing her to kill.

Who’s in it. Crypt of the Vampire stars Christopher Lee as Count Ludwig Karnstein, Adriana Ambesi as Laura Karnstein, Ursula Davis as Ljuba and José Campos as Friedrich Klauss, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Crypt of the Vampire has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, FlixFling, Cultpix and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Fandango At Home and FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Crypt of the Vampire page.

If you liked it. Fans of Crypt of the Vampire tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Crypt of the Vampire (1964)?
In US, Crypt of the Vampire is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, FlixFling and Cultpix, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Fandango At Home and FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Crypt of the Vampire worth watching?
Crypt of the Vampire holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Crypt of the Vampire?
Crypt of the Vampire stars Christopher Lee, Adriana Ambesi, Ursula Davis, José Campos and Véra Valmont.
When was Crypt of the Vampire released?
Crypt of the Vampire was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.