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Witchfinder General

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Witchfinder General (1968)

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Average Rating:5.8/10

Runtime: 1 hr 35 mins

Genre: Horror/Suspense

Synopsis: Set in 17th century England during the violent early days of Cromwell's rule, THECONQUEROR WORM is Michael Reeves' dark, violent tale of the infamous 17th century witchhunter, Matthew Hopkins... Set in 17th century England during the violent early days of Cromwell's rule, THECONQUEROR WORM is Michael Reeves' dark, violent tale of the infamous 17th century witchhunter, Matthew Hopkins (Vincent Price). A failed lawyer, Hopkins practiced his wicked trade throughout the British countryside for nearly a decade, capitalizing on the instability and tumultuous upheavals created by the English Civil War. After years of unchallenged torture and sadistic murder, the witchfinder finally meets his match when until he runs afoul of an army officer who vows revenge. [More]

Starring: Vincent Price, Ian Ogilvy, Rupert Davies, Hilary Dwyer

Starring: Vincent Price, Ian Ogilvy, Rupert Davies, Hilary Dwyer

Director: Michael Reeves

Director: Michael Reeves

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