The Curse of the Werewolf (1961)

Directed by Terence Fisher
Written by John Elder
Produced by Hammer Film Productions
Distributed by Universal-International
Country United Kingdom
Language English
Running time 91 minutes
Release Dates 1 May 1961 (UK), 7 June 1961 (US)

Synopsis

A man with brutal and macabre origins, Leon Corledo was raised in the home of Don Alfredo Corledo, his kind and loving adopted father. When he leaves Don Alfredo to find work, Leon discovers that he has increasingly violent urges. Although these tendencies are calmed by Leon's love for the beautiful Christina he ultimately cannot contain his curse and transforms into a werewolf, terrorizing the Spanish countryside.

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The Werewolf

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Production

The Curse of the Werewolf was the first werewolf film to be shot in color.

Release

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