Rasputin: The Mad Monk
“Ladies' Man - And Lady Killer!”
Synopsis
Rasputin, a crazed and debauched monk wreaks havoc at the local inn one night, chopping off the hand of one of the drinkers. As the bitter locals plan their revenge, the evil Rasputin works his power over the beautiful women who serve at the Tsar's palace. Even the Tsarina herself is seduced by his evil ways and, as his influence begins to dominate government policy, there is only one course of action left... to destroy him before he destroys them all.
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Rasputin: The Mad Monk / The Reptile - Original Theatrical Trailer (1966)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-08-22
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Christopher Lee
Grigori Rasputin
Barbara Shelley
Sonia
Richard Pasco
Dr. Zargo
Francis Matthews
Ivan
Suzan Farmer
Vanessa
Dinsdale Landen
Peter
Renée Asherson
Tsarina
Derek Francis
Innkeeper
Joss Ackland
The Bishop
Robert Duncan
Tsarvitch
Alan Tilvern
Patron
John Welsh
The Abbot
John Bailey
The Physician
Prudence Hyman
Chatty Woman (uncredited)
Lucy Fleming
Wide Eyes (uncredited)
Michael Ripper
Waggoner (voice) (uncredited)
Michael Godfrey
Doctor (uncredited)
Bryan Marshall
Vasily (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 6, 1966
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 19, 2004
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Don Sharp
- Screenplay & Story
- Anthony Hinds
- Original Score
- Don Banks
- Original Title
- Rasputin: The Mad Monk
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Hammer Film Productions, Seven Arts Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Don Sharp
Anthony Hinds
Don Banks
Michael Reed
Roy Hyde
Anthony Nelson Keys
Department Leadership Roster
Roy Hyde
Editor
Don Sharp
Director
Anthony Nelson Keys
Producer
Michael Reed
Director of Photography
Don Banks
Original Music Composer
Bernard Robinson
Production Design
Anthony Hinds
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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What is Rasputin: The Mad Monk about?
Rasputin, a crazed and debauched monk wreaks havoc at the local inn one night, chopping off the hand of one of the drinkers. As the bitter locals plan their revenge, the evil Rasputin works his power over the beautiful women who serve at the Tsar's palace. Even the Tsarina herself is seduced by his evil ways and, as his influence begins to dominate government policy, there is only one course of action left... to destroy him before he destroys them all.
Who directed Rasputin: The Mad Monk?
Rasputin: The Mad Monk was directed by Don Sharp.
Who stars in Rasputin: The Mad Monk?
The principal cast of Rasputin: The Mad Monk includes Christopher Lee, Barbara Shelley, Richard Pasco, Francis Matthews, Suzan Farmer.
When was Rasputin: The Mad Monk released and how long is it?
Rasputin: The Mad Monk was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Rasputin: The Mad Monk?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rasputin: The Mad Monk was composed by Don Banks.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rasputin: The Mad Monk?
Rasputin: The Mad Monk holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).