Tower of London
Tower of London

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Tower of London

1962
Movie
80 min
English

The twisted Richard III is haunted by the ghosts of those he has murdered in his attempt to become the King of England.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Director: Roger CormanGenres: Horror, Fantasy, Thriller

Plot Summary

In 15th century England, the power-hungry Duke of Gloucester plots to usurp the throne from his weak brother, King Edward IV. To achieve his aims, he employs dark magic and ruthless murder, including the elimination of his own nephews, the Princes in the Tower. As his reign of terror unfolds, he is haunted by the ghosts of his victims and the dark forces he has unleashed.

Critical Reception

Tower of London was met with mixed reviews, with many critics praising Vincent Price's performance and Roger Corman's direction on a limited budget. However, some found the script and plot to be less compelling than other Corman horror offerings. Audiences generally enjoyed the gothic atmosphere and Price's signature screen presence.

What Reviewers Say

  • Vincent Price delivers a commanding and theatrical performance as the villainous Duke of Gloucester.

  • Roger Corman's direction effectively creates a chilling gothic atmosphere despite budget constraints.

  • The film offers a decent, albeit somewhat predictable, entry into the historical horror genre.

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Fun Fact

Vincent Price's character in this film is Richard III, who was also portrayed by Price in the 1939 film of the same name. This 1962 version, however, leans more into the horror and fantasy elements with a supernatural twist.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

I think this might have been Vincent Price's first leading role in a film here, and he actually carries it off quite well - if a little too hammily. His elder brother King Edward IV is dying and Prince Richard of Gloucester is determined to...

talisencrw

talisencrw

This was great--having Vincent Price do Richard III in the midst of his great run for Roger Corman. Well worth seeing--mine was on my blu Vincent Price Collection, Volume III.