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The Flesh and the Fiends

1960 · 94 min Horror
6.5 / 10 · TMDB

Edinburgh surgeon Dr. Robert Knox requires cadavers for his research into the functioning of the human body; local ne'er-do-wells Burke and Hare find ways to provide him with fresh specimens...

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📋 Film Details

Year 1960
Country United Kingdom
Genre Horror
Director John Gilling
Runtime 94 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.5/10 (56 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The Flesh and the Fiends has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1960. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Peter Cushing

Peter Cushing

Dr. Robert Knox

Donald Pleasence

Donald Pleasence

William Hare

George Rose

George Rose

William Burke

June Laverick

June Laverick

Martha Knox

Renée Houston

Renée Houston

Helen Burke

Dermot Walsh

Dermot Walsh

Dr. Geoffrey Mitchell

Billie Whitelaw

Billie Whitelaw

Mary Patterson

John Cairney

John Cairney

Chris Jackson

Melvyn Hayes

Melvyn Hayes

Daft Jamie

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June Powell

Maggie O'Hara

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