For the first time ever, eight of the most iconic cinematic
masterpieces of the horror genre are available together on
Blu-ray as Universal Classic Monsters: The Essential Collection.
Digitally restored in perfect high-definition picture and perfect
high-definition sound. This essential set includes a
never-before-seen featurette about the restoration of Dracula and
the first ever offering of Creature from the Black Lagoon in its
restored Blu-ray 3D version.
Contains hours of bonus features and a 44-page booklet.
DraculaThe original 1931 movie version of Bram Stoker's classic
tale has for generations defined the iconic look and terrifying
persona of the famed vampire. Dracula owes its continued appeal
in large part due to Bela Lugosi's indelible portrayal of the
immortal Count Dracula and the flawless direction of horror
auteur Tod Browning.
Bonus Features: * Dracula (1931) Spanish Version
* Introduction to the Spanish Version by Lupita Tovar Kohner
* Dracula: The Restoration
* The Road To Dracula
* Lugosi: The Dark Prince
* Feature Commentary by Film Historian David J. Skal
* Alternate Score By Philip Glass performed by the Kronos Quartet
* Dracula Archives
* Monster Tracks Pop-Up Facts (pop-up facts about the making of
Dracula that can be read while watching the film)
* Trailer Gallery: Centennial Trailer, Dracula Trailer, Dracula's
Daughter Trailer, Son Of Dracula Trailer, House of Dracula
Trailer
Frankenstein (1931)
Boris Karloff stars as the screen's most tragic and iconic
monster in what many consider to be the greatest horror film ever
made. Dr. Henry Frankenstein (Colin Clive) dares to tamper with
the essential nature of life and death by creating a monster
(Karloff) out of lifeless human body parts. Director James
Whale's adaptation of the Mary Shelley novel and Karloff's
compassionate portrayal of a creature groping for identity make
Frankenstein a timeless masterpiece.
Bonus Features:
* Years of Universal: Restoring the Classics
* The Frankenstein Files: How Hollywood Made A Monster
* Karloff: The Gentle Monster
* Monster Tracks Pop-Up Facts (pop-up facts about the making of
Frankenstein that can be read while watching the film)
* Universal Horror
* Frankenstein Archives
* Boo: A Short Film
* Feature Commentary With Film Historian Rudy Behlmer
* Feature Commentary With Historian Sir Christopher Frayling
* Trailer Gallery: Centennial Trailer, Frankenstein Trailer, The
Bride of Frankenstein Trailer, The Ghost of Frankenstein Trailer,
Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man Trailer, House of Frankenstein
Trailer
The Mummy (1932):
Horror icon Boris Karloff stars in the original 1932 version of
The Mummy in which a team of British archaeologists accidentally
revives a mummified high priest after 3,700 years. Alive again,
he sets out on an obsessive-and deadly-quest to find his lost
love. Over 50 years after its first release, this brooding
dream-like horror classic remains a cinematic masterpiece.
Bonus Features:
* Mummy Dearest: A Horror Tradition Unearthed
* He Who Made Monsters: The Life and Art of Jack Pierce
* Unravelling the legacy of The Mummy
* The Mummy Archives
* 100 Years of Universal: The Carl Laemmle Era
* Feature Commentary with Film Historian Paul M Jensen
* Feature Commentary by Rick Baker, Scott Essman, Steven
Haberman, Bob Burns and Brent Armstrong
* Trailer Gallery: Centennial Trailer, The Mummy Theatrical
Trailer, The Mummy's Tomb Theatrical Trailer, The Mummy's Ghost
Trailer, The Mummy's Curse Trailer, The Mummy's Hand Trailer
The Invisible Man (1933):
Claude Rains delivers an unforgettable performance in his screen
debut as a mysterious doctor who discovers a serum that makes him
invisible. Covered by bandages and dark glasses, Rains arrives in
a small English village and attempts to hide his amazing
discovery, but the drug's side effects slowly drive him to commit
acts of unspeakable terror.
Bonus Features:
* Now You See Him: Invisible Man Revealed
* 100 Years of Universal: Unforgettable Characters
* Production Photographs
* Feature Commentary with film historian Rudy Behlmer
* Centennial Trailer
The Bride of Frankenstein (1935):
The accled sequel to the original Frankenstein has become one
of the most popular horror classics in film history. The
legendary Boris Karloff reprises his role as the screen's most
misunderstood monster, now longing for a mate of his own. Colin
Clive is back as the proud and overly ambitious Dr. Frankenstein,
who creates the ill-ed bride (Elsa Lanchester). The last
horror film directed by James Whale features a haunting musical
score that helps make The Bride of Frankenstein one of the finest
and most touching thrillers of its era.
Bonus Features:
* 100 Years of Universal: Restoring the Classics
* She's Alive Creating The Bride of Frankenstein
* The Bride of Frankenstein Archives
* Feature Commentary with Scott Macqueen
* Trailer Gallery: Centennial Trailer, Frankenstein Trailer, The
Bride of Frankenstein Trailer, The Ghost of Frankenstein Trailer,
House of Frankenstein Trailer
The Wolf Man (1941):
Originally released in 1941, The Wolf Man introduced the world to
a new Universal movie monster and redefined the mythology of the
werewolf forever. Featuring a heart-breaking performance by Lon
Chaney Jr. and ground-breaking make-up by Jack Pierce, The Wolf
Man is the saga of Larry Talbot, a cursed man who transforms into
a deadly werewolf when the moon is full. The dream-like
atmospheres, elaborate settings and chilling musical score
combine to make The Wolf Man a masterpiece of the genre.
Bonus Features:
* 100 Years of Universal: The Lot
* Monsters By Moonlight: An Original Documentary
* The Wolf Man: From Ancient Curse to Modern Myth
* Pure In Heart: The Life and Legacy of Lon Chaney Jr.
* He Who Made Monsters: The Life and Art of Jack Pierce
* Wolf Man Archives
* Feature Commentary with Film Historian Tom Weaver
* Trailer Gallery: Centennial Trailer, The Wolf Man (1941)
Trailer, Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man Trailer, Werewolf of
London Trailer, She-Wolf of London Trailer, House of Frankenstein
Trailer, House of Dracula Trailer
The Phantom of the Opera (1943):
This lavish retelling of ton Leroux's immortal horror tale
stars Claude Rains as the ed phantom who haunts the Paris
Opera House. A crazed composer who schemes to make beautiful
young soprano Christine DuBois (Susanna Foster) the star of the
opera company, the Phantom also wreaks revenge on those he
believes stole his music. Nelson Eddy, as the heroic baritone,
tries to win the affections of Christine as he tracks down the
murderous, horribly disfigured Phantom.
Bonus Features:
* 100 Years of Universal: The Lot
* The Opera Ghost: A Phantom Uned
* Production Photographs
* Feature Commentary with Film Historian Scott Macqueen
* Phantom of the Opera Theatrical Trailer
* Centennial Trailer
The Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954):
Captured and imprisoned for scientific study, a living amphibious
missing link becomes enamoured with the head researcher's female
assistant (Julie Adams). When the hideous creature escapes and
kips the object of his affection, a crusade is launched to
rescue the helpless woman and cast the terrifying creature back
to the depths from which he came. Featuring legendary makeup
artist Bud Westmore's brilliantly designed monster, The Creature
from the Black Lagoon is an enduring tribute to the imaginative
genius of its Hollywood creators.
Bonus Features:
* The Creature From The Black Lagoon in Blu-ray 3D
* 100 Years of Universal: The Lot
* Back to the Black Lagoon
* Production Photographs
* Feature Commentary With Film Historian Tom Weaver
* Trailer Gallery: Centennial Trailer, The Creature From The
Black Lagoon Trailer 1, The Creature From The Black Lagoon
Trailer 2, Revenge of the Creature Trailer, The Creature Walks
Among Us Trailer