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Horror Express

Original title: Pánico en el Transiberiano
  • 19721972
  • RR
  • 1h 28m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
11K
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Horror Express (1972)
In 1906, in China, a British anthropologist discovers a frozen prehistoric creature and must transport it to Europe by train.
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  • Adventure
  • Horror
  • Sci-Fi
While travelling on the Trans-Siberian Express, an anthropologist and his rival must contain the threat posed by the former's cargo: a prehistoric ape which is the host for a lifeform that i... Read allWhile travelling on the Trans-Siberian Express, an anthropologist and his rival must contain the threat posed by the former's cargo: a prehistoric ape which is the host for a lifeform that is absorbing the minds of the passengers and crew.While travelling on the Trans-Siberian Express, an anthropologist and his rival must contain the threat posed by the former's cargo: a prehistoric ape which is the host for a lifeform that is absorbing the minds of the passengers and crew.
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
11K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Eugenio Martín
  • Writers
    • Arnaud d'Usseau(screenplay)
    • Julian Zimet(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Christopher Lee
    • Peter Cushing
    • Alberto de Mendoza
Top credits
  • Director
    • Eugenio Martín
  • Writers
    • Arnaud d'Usseau(screenplay)
    • Julian Zimet(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Christopher Lee
    • Peter Cushing
    • Alberto de Mendoza
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 172User reviews
    • 136Critic reviews
    • 68Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 1 nomination

    Videos1

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    Trailer 1:44
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    Photos158

    Silvia Tortosa in Horror Express (1972)
    Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing, and Telly Savalas in Horror Express (1972)
    Horror Express (1972)
    Horror Express (1972)
    Horror Express (1972)
    Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing, and Helga Liné in Horror Express (1972)
    Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing, and Telly Savalas in Horror Express (1972)
    Silvia Tortosa in Horror Express (1972)
    Faith Clift and Silvia Tortosa in Horror Express (1972)
    Faith Clift and Ángel del Pozo in Horror Express (1972)
    Barta Barri and Peter Beckman in Horror Express (1972)
    Barta Barri and Peter Beckman in Horror Express (1972)

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    Christopher Lee
    Christopher Lee
    • Prof. Sir Alexander Saxtonas Prof. Sir Alexander Saxton
    • (as Cristopher Lee)
    Peter Cushing
    Peter Cushing
    • Dr. Wellsas Dr. Wells
    Alberto de Mendoza
    Alberto de Mendoza
    • Father Pujardovas Father Pujardov
    Silvia Tortosa
    Silvia Tortosa
    • Countess Irina Petrovskaas Countess Irina Petrovska
    Julio Peña
    Julio Peña
    • Inspector Mirovas Inspector Mirov
    Ángel del Pozo
    Ángel del Pozo
    • Yevtushenkoas Yevtushenko
    • (as Angel del Pozo)
    Helga Liné
    Helga Liné
    • Natashaas Natasha
    • (as Helga Line)
    Alice Reinheart
    • Miss Jonesas Miss Jones
    José Jaspe
    José Jaspe
    • Konev - Conductoras Konev - Conductor
    • (as Jose Jaspe)
    George Rigaud
    George Rigaud
    • Count Maryan Petrovskias Count Maryan Petrovski
    • (as Jorge Rigaud)
    Víctor Israel
    Víctor Israel
    • Baggage Manas Baggage Man
    • (as Victor Israel)
    Faith Clift
    • Miss Bennett - American Passengeras Miss Bennett - American Passenger
    Juan Olaguivel
    • Creatureas Creature
    • (as Juan Olaguibel)
    Barta Barri
    Barta Barri
    • First Telegraphistas First Telegraphist
    Peter Beckman
    • Second Telegraphistas Second Telegraphist
    Hiroshi Kitatawa
    • Grashinski - the Locksmithas Grashinski - the Locksmith
    Vicente Roca
    • Station Masteras Station Master
    José Canalejas
    José Canalejas
    • Russian Guardas Russian Guard
    • (as Jose Canalejas)
    • Director
      • Eugenio Martín
    • Writers
      • Arnaud d'Usseau(screenplay)
      • Julian Zimet(screenplay) (originally as Julian Halevy)
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

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    • Trivia
      Peter Cushing arrived in Spain for filming and immediately told producer Bernard Gordon that he could not do the picture, as he felt it was too soon after his wife's death. Christopher Lee convinced Cushing to stay on by reminiscing with him about the previous movies they'd worked on together, much to the relief of Gordon.
    • Goofs
      When the telegrapher announces what the government officials want done with the train and its on-board monster, the telegrapher says that the train is to be shunted to a dead-stop side track, further up the line. The interrogator asks, "Upon whose order?" and the telegrapher answers, "Moscow orders it." Until the Bolsheviks gained control of Russia, Saint Petersburg (renamed Petrograd in 1914) was the capital. Moscow was restored as capital in 1918.
    • Quotes

      Dr. Wells: [entering Saxon and Mirov's compartment with a shotgun] Thought this might come in handy.

      Inspector Mirov: [sarcastic] Oh, good idea. Two of you together - that's fine. But what if one of you is the monster?

      Dr. Wells: Monster? We're British, you know!

    • Crazy credits
      In the opening credits of the English-language VHS version, Christopher Lee's name is misspelled as "Cristopher".
    • Alternate versions
      DVD by Image Entertainment is 88 minutes long, the original theatrical version. DVD by Simitar Video is 85 minutes long, the television version.
    • Connections
      Edited into Creepshow: Night of the Living Late Show (2021)

    User reviews172

    Review
    Top review
    "There's Nothing In Your Head Of Any Use!"...
    HORROR EXPRESS stars Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee as rival scientists, Dr. Wells and Sir Alexander Saxton, respectively. When Saxton uncovers a frozen specimen in China, he must transport it back to England via train. Unfortunately, said specimen is far more than just some fossil! Apparent supernatural mayhem and death ensue.

    Cushing and Lee are at their best, playing off each other like the twin horror icons they are! The story line is intriguing and quite original, providing an atmosphere of creeping dread to go along with its beastie!

    EXTRA POINTS: For the Rasputin-like Father Pujardov (Alberto del Mendoza), who adds a heavy dose of hyper-religious blather and outright madness to the proceedings. Also, Telly Savalas makes a perfectly intimidating Cossack!

    A unique and very influential horror film...
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    • azathothpwiggins
    • Jul 17, 2018

    FAQ8

    • Were "Horror Express" inspired by a book?
    • What the official language of Horror Express?
    • Why the creature did not abandon the train instead of a confrontation with the passengers?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • January 3, 1974 (West Germany)
    • Countries of origin
      • Spain
      • United Kingdom
    • Languages
      • Spanish
      • English
    • Also known as
      • The Possessor
    • Filming locations
      • Estudios Madrid 70, Daganzo, Madrid, Spain
    • Production companies
      • Granada Films
      • Benmar Productions
      • Scotia International
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    • Budget
      • $300,000 (estimated)
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 28 minutes
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1(original ratio, open matte)

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