Invisible Ghost (1941) Bela Lugosi | Crime, Drama, Horror Full Length Movie

THE PHANTOM KILLER STRIKES! Only a terrified woman knows the secret of this ghostly murderer...who strikes in the night and leaves no clues---but his victims!
The town's leading citizen becomes a homicidal maniac after his wife deserts him.

Director: Joseph H. Lewis
Writers: Helen Martin, Al Martin 
Stars: Bela Lugosi, Polly Ann Young, John McGuire & Clarence Muse
Genre:  Classics, Cult Movies, Drama, Horror, Thriller

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[miladydewinter]

So glad you've posted the old B&W version as well as the colourized one. I find B&W to be far more eerie and chilling.

[sylviabishop]

My mum has dementia after caring for her today after l went to bed and put this on. I thoroughly enjoyed it and for a little while l had a bit of peace and quiet while my mum slept and watched an outstanding film. Thank you 😊

[RenataCantore]

I love the way that Evans is treated with so much respect.

[RenataCantore]

Bela Lugosi was a a singularly Talented Actor. I will never forget that scene of just his hands against the window 😮😢

[thehappyplaceu]

Clarence Muse is a wonderful actor with a long career. He acted with such nice naturalism and skill that many actors at that time weren’t doing. I loved him in this film. He was the first African American to have a lead in a film. It was 1929’s Hearts in Dixie.

[shelleymiller]

Oh goodie!!! Nothing better than spooky black and white movies!!!

[virtualgrace]

I loved it so much. It's so rare for a black man to be portrayed as dignified, intelligent and well-spoken in the 40s. This was an absolute delight!

[Eitner]

I love black and white movies. The lack of colour gives it an extra atmosphere.

[twiggymelusine]

LOVE how the majority of Bela Lugosi's films (and other horrors around this time) have that same soundtrack 🎼

[bohemoth]

The all time GREAT
BELA LUGOSI and his accent and mannerisms are his classic style. Those PIERCINGS EYES so hypnotic.
Actors don't come even close enough to be like him.
Hollywood gave him a raw deal by type casting him into a villain Vampire. He once played a role as a Police Inspector. He was truly awesome at that!
Class, charm, style and grace.

[larrythompson]

Thanks, CCC, for another excellent upload.

[danknight]

These movies are time machines . I remember watching them as a child. It feels good to visit those times . Popcorn, soda pop and red licorice sticks watching late night monster movies. So much fun.

[susancarter]

It's been many years since I first saw this movie. My mother always watched classic movies when I was growing up. I loved then, and I still love them now! Bela is always a treat, but I think the butler almost out did him in this film. ❤

[f.w.]

I think we can all agree that the plot was ridiculous, but with the fine cast, and expert direction of Joseph (gun crazy/the big combo) Lewis, this film is much better than it had any right to be!

[TarynsTime]

Thank you for sharing this movie, much better than anything made in decades.

[jeffaltier]

One of my favorite Bela Lugosi movies. He is quite excellent without hamming it up. Special mention must be made of Clarence Muse, the black actor who played the butler. The character was dignified, articulate, and three dimensional. It was great to see the role played straight and not as some racist caricature.

[kathybrascher]

I grew up in the Pacific Northwest, and in the early seventies they had on channel 7 “Nightmare Theater.” A vampire would come out of the coffin to announce the movie. it came on at 11:30 on Friday nights. I tried not to miss it, as my parents were usually out and my babysitter loved it! They showed movies like this. I saw all the mummy movies, the werewolf, etc. been hooked ever since.

[mysteriesoflife]

An African American Butler in a 1941 movie, respected and treated with dignity by everyone. This movie was ahead of its time. Nice to see that.

[letakeokuk]

Clarence Muse played Evans the Butler….Kudos to the director and writer for allowing this man to play that particular role without the foolery of that time period.🥂🥂🎬🎬🎬

[BloedEnBodem]

Love mr lugosi's acting. And i love the crisp quality of the video!