House of Frankenstein

House of Frankenstein

Year: 1944

Runtime: 71 mins

Language: English

Director: Erle C. Kenton

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Renegade scientist Gustav Niemann breaks out of prison, hijacks a traveling horror exhibition and resurrects legendary monsters for the ultimate screen sensation. He revives Count Dracula, a frozen Frankenstein’s monster and the Wolf Man, unleashing a chaotic clash of terror’s greatest titans. The nightmarish spectacle pits these icons against each other in a frenzied battle for survival.

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1

Niemann's imprisonment for forbidden experiments

Niemann is imprisoned for attempting to replicate Dr. Frankenstein's experiments. The authorities vow to stop his dangerous research. His obsession with reviving the dead becomes a point of no return.

before the main events Prison
2

Niemann recruits Daniel as his assistant

In prison, Niemann befriends the hunchback Daniel and convinces him to become his assistant. He promises to fashion a new, beautiful body for Daniel if he stays loyal. Daniel agrees, seeing a chance to escape his own predicament.

during imprisonment Prison
3

Earthquake triggers escape

An earthquake shakes the prison, creating chaos and a chance to flee. Niemann and Daniel escape amid the tremors and confusion. They slip away from custody into an uncertain world.

during earthquake Prison / exterior
4

Lampini murder and Dracula exhibit seized

The pair meets traveling showman Professor Lampini and murders him to claim his horror exhibit. They seize the recovered corpse of Count Dracula and set it on display as part of their new venture. The mind behind this act is Niemann, whose ambition grows.

shortly after escape Lampini's show / Dracula exhibit
5

Dracula revived to avenge Hussman

Niemann revives Dracula to exact revenge on Burgomaster Hussman. Dracula hypnotizes Hussman's granddaughter-in-law Rita and murders the Burgomaster.

after Lampini incident Hussman's town
6

Police pressure and coffin jettison

Hussman's grandson alerts the police, who start pursuing Dracula. Niemann and Daniel flee in a carriage, discarding Dracula's coffin to mislead the authorities.

as pursuit closes in Road near Hussman’s town
7

Dracula dies at sunrise

Sunlight destroys Dracula, ending his threat. Niemann and Daniel watch the dawn, relieved that one danger is resolved.

sunrise Outside Hussman's town
8

Journey to Castle Frankenstein in Visaria

Niemann and Daniel travel to the flooded ruins of Castle Frankenstein in Visaria. The ominous journey tests their resolve as they press toward the mysteries rumored to lie within.

on the road Castle Frankenstein, Visaria
9

Daniel saves Ilonka; she joins the group

During the trek, Daniel saves a Romani woman named Ilonka from being whipped. He is smitten and persuades her to join them on their travels. Ilonka agrees and becomes part of the alliance.

en route Road toward Visaria
10

Castle cavern discovery: monsters awakened

At the Castle, they discover Frankenstein's Monster and Larry Talbot preserved in a frozen cavern. Niemann thaws both bodies, and Talbot regains his human form.

at Castle Castle cavern, Visaria
11

Brain-transfer plan and shifting loyalties

Talbot seeks a cure by transferring his brain into a different body, if Frankenstein's notes can be found. Niemann seizes on the possibility while Daniel worries about the consequences. Ilonka's growing affection for Talbot adds a personal stake to the plans.

after awakening Castle/Visaria
12

Bringing the past back: transplant schemes

Niemann and Daniel plot to transplant the brains of their former associates into the revived bodies, intending to condemn the traitors to tragic, monster-filled lives. The scheme reveals Niemann's ruthless thirst for power and revenge.

during plotting Castle/Hidden lab
13

First werewolf outbreak and village fear

That night, Talbot undergoes a transformation into a werewolf, triggering panic in the nearby village. Fear spreads as people barricade themselves and search for safety.

night Village outskirts
14

Ilonka's silver bullets and the second night

Ilonka builds silver bullets and waits near Talbot's bedroom, determined to stop the curse if needed. Niemann revives the Monster and Talbot becomes the werewolf again, with Ilonka forced into a desperate confrontation.

night Talbot's room / Castle vicinity
15

Ilonka's death and the final chase

The Wolf Man fatally wounds Ilonka, but she strikes back and shoots the werewolf before dying. Daniel blames Niemann for the cascade of betrayals as the Monster drags Niemann outside. Villagers pursue them into the marshes, leading to a perilous chase.

night Castle village outskirts

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