Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters

1h 30min

Documentary

A look at Hammer’s progression from a back office in London’s Regent Street to its iconic status within the horror film genre. The company, started by comedian and businessman William Hinds in 1934, made films such as The Curse of Frankenstein, Dracula, and The Quatermass Xperiment during the period for which it is best known, making stars out of the likes of Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing.

Production Companies

Hammer Film Productions

Deep Fusion Films

Sky Group

Cast

Peter Cushing

Peter Cushing

Self (archive footage)
Christopher Lee

Christopher Lee

Self (archive footage)
Vincent Price

Vincent Price

Self (archive footage)

Release date

31st Oct 2024

Status

Released

Spoken languages

English