Mark of the Vampire
“Undead…Yet living on the kisses of youth!”
Synopsis
Sir Borotyn, a prominent Prague resident, is discovered murdered in his home, with all indications pointing to a vampiric assault. The victim's friend, Baron Otto, and the physician who analyzes the body, are certain that the vampire is either the mysterious Count Mora or his daughter. Receiving little help from the law, occult expert Professor Zelen is sought to assist with their investigation.
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John Landis on MARK OF THE VAMPIRE
Type: Featurette • Published 2014-01-16
Top Cast
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Lionel Barrymore
Professor Zelin
Elizabeth Allan
Irena Borotyn
Bela Lugosi
Count Mora
Lionel Atwill
Inspector Neumann
Jean Hersholt
Baron Otto
Henry Wadsworth
Fedor Vincente
Donald Meek
Dr. Doskil
Jessie Ralph
Midwife
Ivan F. Simpson
Jan
Franklyn Ardell
Chauffeur
Leila Bennett
Maria
June Gittelson
Annie
Carroll Borland
Luna
Holmes Herbert
Sir Karell Borotyn
Michael Visaroff
Innkeeper
Egon Brecher
Coroner (uncredited)
Robert Greig
Fat Man (uncredited)
John George
Gypsy (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 26, 1935
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$305K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tod Browning
- Screenplay & Story
- Guy Endore, Bernard Schubert
- Original Title
- Mark of the Vampire
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Czech, English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Budget
- $305K
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tod Browning
Guy Endore, Bernard Schubert, John L. Balderston, H.S. Kraft, Samuel Ornitz, Tod Browning
James Wong Howe
Ben Lewis
Tod Browning, E.J. Mannix
Department Leadership Roster
Guy Endore
Screenplay
Bernard Schubert
Screenplay
Tod Browning
Producer
John L. Balderston
Writer
James Wong Howe
Director of Photography
Tod Browning
Director
E.J. Mannix
Producer
Ben Lewis
Editor
Adrian
Costume Design
H.S. Kraft
Writer
Samuel Ornitz
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mark of the Vampire
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What is Mark of the Vampire about?
Sir Borotyn, a prominent Prague resident, is discovered murdered in his home, with all indications pointing to a vampiric assault. The victim's friend, Baron Otto, and the physician who analyzes the body, are certain that the vampire is either the mysterious Count Mora or his daughter. Receiving little help from the law, occult expert Professor Zelen is sought to assist with their investigation.
Who directed Mark of the Vampire?
Mark of the Vampire was directed by Tod Browning.
Who stars in Mark of the Vampire?
The principal cast of Mark of the Vampire includes Lionel Barrymore, Elizabeth Allan, Bela Lugosi, Lionel Atwill, Jean Hersholt.
When was Mark of the Vampire released and how long is it?
Mark of the Vampire was released in 1935 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Mark of the Vampire?
Mark of the Vampire holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).