The Black Prophet (17 Mar. 1953)

Convinced that the sinister "Mad Monk" Rasputin will bring about the fall of Russia with his growing power over the royal family, a group of noblemen take action. Serge Soudekine invites ... See full summary »

Director:

Robert Mulligan

Writer:

Michael Dyne (written for television by)

Stars:

Boris Karloff, Leslie Nielsen, Howard Ledig

Cast

Episode cast overview:
Boris Karloff	...	Rasputin
Leslie Nielsen	...	Serge Soudekine
Howard Ledig	...	Grand Duke Nicholas
Carl Don	...	Doctor

Storyline

Convinced that the sinister "Mad Monk" Rasputin will bring about the fall of Russia with his growing power over the royal family, a group of noblemen take action. Serge Soudekine invites Rasputin to his home and fills the prophet with a enough poisoned wine and cakes to kill twenty men. This succeeds only in making him tipsy. In desperation, Serge pulls out his gun and fires repeatedly. That should put an end to the madman.

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Genres:

Drama | Mystery | Thriller

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Details

Language:

English

Release Date:

17 March 1953 (USA)

Filming Locations:

New York City, New York, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

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