Blood Suckers
Synopsis
A group of friends search for a young English Oxford student who has disappeared whilst researching in Greece. They are shocked to find that, wherever he has been, certain unsolved murders have taken place. Not believing that their friend could be the perpetrator of such acts, they press on with their search, finding him under the spell of a beautiful Vampire, whose blood-sucking methods include the use of sado-masochism. Believing they have killed her, the group return home, unaware that their friend is now a Vampire.
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Top Cast
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Patrick Macnee
Derek Longbow
Edward Woodward
Dr. Holstrom
Alexander Davion
Tony Seymore
Peter Cushing
Dr. Walter Goodrich
Johnny Sekka
Bob Kirby
Madeleine Hinde
Penelope
William Mervyn
Marc Honeydew
Patrick Mower
Richard Fountain
David Lodge
Colonel
Imogen Hassall
Chriseis
Valerie Van Ost
Don's Wife
Françoise Pascal
Girl at Orgy (uncredited)
Marianne Stone
Cheerful Lady at Party (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 14, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Julian More, Robert Hartford-Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Julian More
- Original Score
- Robert Richards
- Original Title
- Blood Suckers
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Greece
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Lucinda Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Julian More, Robert Hartford-Davis
Julian More
Robert Richards
Desmond Dickinson
Peter Thornton
Peter Newbrook, Graham Harris
Department Leadership Roster
Julian More
Director
Robert Hartford-Davis
Director
George Provis
Production Design
Graham Harris
Producer
Desmond Dickinson
Director of Photography
Peter Thornton
Editor
Julian More
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blood Suckers
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What is Blood Suckers about?
A group of friends search for a young English Oxford student who has disappeared whilst researching in Greece. They are shocked to find that, wherever he has been, certain unsolved murders have taken place. Not believing that their friend could be the perpetrator of such acts, they press on with their search, finding him under the spell of a beautiful Vampire, whose blood-sucking methods include the use of sado-masochism. Believing they have killed her, the group return home, unaware that their friend is now a Vampire.
Who directed Blood Suckers?
Blood Suckers was directed by Julian More, Robert Hartford-Davis.
Who stars in Blood Suckers?
The principal cast of Blood Suckers includes Patrick Macnee, Edward Woodward, Alexander Davion, Peter Cushing, Johnny Sekka.
When was Blood Suckers released and how long is it?
Blood Suckers was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Blood Suckers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Blood Suckers was composed by Robert Richards.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Blood Suckers?
Blood Suckers holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).