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The Ghoul

Film / 1975

The Ghoul

Directed by Freddie Francis

HorrorMystery

★ 4.9/10Audience rating

In 1920s England, former clergyman Dr Lawrence keeps his cannibal son locked in the attic after the young man is exposed to savage practices in India. When an auto race is held at the estate, Lawrence worries that his son may escape and terrorise the youth.

The story

In 1920s England, former clergyman Dr Lawrence keeps his cannibal son locked in the attic after the young man is exposed to savage practices in India. When an auto race is held at the estate, Lawrence worries that his son may escape and terrorise the youth.

Cast

Peter CushingDr. Lawrence John HurtTom Rawlings Alexandra BastedoAngela Gwen WatfordAyah Veronica CarlsonDaphne Welles Hunter Don HendersonThe Ghoul Ian McCullochGeoffrey Stewart BevanBilly John D. CollinsYoung Man Dan MeadenPolice Sergeant

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