The MUMMY
The Mummy (1932)
In 1921 a field expedition in Egypt discovers the mummy of ancient Egyptian prince Im-Ho-Tep, who was condemned and buried alive for sacrilege. Also found in the tomb is the Scroll of Thoth, which can bring the dead back to life. One night a young member of the expedition reads the Scroll out loud, and then goes insane, realizing that he has brought Im-Ho-Tep back to life. Ten years later, disguised as a modern Egyptian, the mummy attempts to reunite with his lost love, an ancient princess who has been reincarnated into a beautiful young woman
In 1921 a team of British archaeologists led by Sir Joseph Whemple uncovers the 3700 year old mummy of Imhotep. When one young archaeologist opens the scroll of Thoth, he goes delirious and the Mummy comes to life. 10 years later Sir Joseph returns with his son Frank. Unknown to them, the Mummy now exists as the mysterious Egyptian, Ardath Bay, who helps the expedition uncover the tomb of his ancient love. He then uses his mystic powers mesmerize the reincarnation of his lost love in the form of Helen Grosvenor. When Sir Joseph interferes he mysteriously dies. Frank Whemple, with the help of Dr. Muller, attempts to discover the key to Ardath Bay's powers and get Helen back.
Complete credited cast:
Boris Karloff .... Imhotep/Ardath Bey
Zita Johann .... Helen Grosvenor/Princess Anckesen-Amon
David Manners .... Frank Whemple
Arthur Byron .... Sir Joseph Whemple
Edward Van Sloan .... Doctor Muller
Bramwell Fletcher .... Ralph Norton
Noble Johnson .... The Nubian
Kathryn Byron .... Frau Muller
Leonard Mudie .... Professor Pearson
James Crane .... The Pharaoh
Henry Victor .... The Saxon Warrior (scenes deleted)
