The Spectre of Edgar Allan Poe
Synopsis
Poe's fiance, Lenore, falls into a coma and is taken for dead. She is rescued at the last possible moment from being buried alive, but the experience has driven her insane. On the advice of his friend, Dr. Forrest, Poe commits Lenore to the asylum run by Dr. Grimaldi. On a visit to the asylum, Poe and Forrest sense that something strange is going on, and decide to sneak back in after dark and investigate.
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Robert Walker Jr.
Edgar Allan Poe
Cesar Romero
Dr. Richard Grimaldi
Tom Drake
Dr. Adam Forrest
Carol Ohmart
Lisa Grimaldi
Mary Grover
Lenore
Mario Milano
Joseph
Karen Kadler
The Night Nurse (as Karen Hartford)
Frank Packard
Jonah
Marcia Mae Jones
Sarah
Dennis Fimple
Farron
Paul Bryar
Thomas W. White
Glen Hartford
Little Boy #2
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 29, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mohy Quandour
- Original Title
- The Spectre of Edgar Allan Poe
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mohy Quandour
Department Leadership Roster
Mohy Quandour
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Spectre of Edgar Allan Poe
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What is The Spectre of Edgar Allan Poe about?
Poe's fiance, Lenore, falls into a coma and is taken for dead. She is rescued at the last possible moment from being buried alive, but the experience has driven her insane. On the advice of his friend, Dr. Forrest, Poe commits Lenore to the asylum run by Dr. Grimaldi. On a visit to the asylum, Poe and Forrest sense that something strange is going on, and decide to sneak back in after dark and investigate.
Who directed The Spectre of Edgar Allan Poe?
The Spectre of Edgar Allan Poe was directed by Mohy Quandour.
Who stars in The Spectre of Edgar Allan Poe?
The principal cast of The Spectre of Edgar Allan Poe includes Robert Walker Jr., Cesar Romero, Tom Drake, Carol Ohmart, Mary Grover.
When was The Spectre of Edgar Allan Poe released and how long is it?
The Spectre of Edgar Allan Poe was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.