With over 150 films in his oeuvre, there's plenty for everyone.
There are few stars who have made a more lasting impression on horror cinema than Boris Karloff. As one of the faces of Universal Monsters, he’ll forever be remembered for bringing Mary Shelley’s undead creature to life in 1931’s Frankenstein, directed by James Whale. That film set the standard for monster movies going forward, and made an indelible mark on how pop culture perceives Frankenstein’s Monster.
But Karloff’s career extended far beyond just the lumbering Creature. With nearly two hundred film credits to his name, the English actor was one of the most prolific genre talents of his time — so much so that Frankenstein didn’t even arrive until halfway through his career! With an oeuvre that extends into television, radio, and the stage, there’s plenty to explore when it comes to his career, whether you like gothic horror, science fiction, or just straight-up madness.
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To celebrate the legacy of one of horror’s greatest stars, here’s seven of our favorite Boris Karloff movies that you can watch now.
