The Best Vincent Price Movies, Ranked

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List of the best Vincent Price movies, ranked best to worst with movie trailers when available. Vincent Price's highest grossing movies have received a lot of accolades over the years, earning millions upon millions around the world. The order of these top Vincent Price movies is decided by how many votes they receive, so only highly rated Vincent Price movies will be at the top of the list. Vincent Price has been in a lot of films, so people often debate each other over what the greatest Vincent Price movie of all time is. If you and a friend are arguing about this then use this list of the most entertaining Vincent Price films to end the squabble once and for all.

If you think the best Vincent Price role isn't at the top, then upvote it so it has the chance to become number one. The greatest Vincent Price performances didn't necessarily come from the best movies, but in most cases they go hand in hand.

Examples include Return of the Fly and The Wild Weird World of Dr. Goldfoot.

"This list answers the questions, "What are the best Vincent Price movies?" and "What are the greatest Vincent Price roles of all time?"

Vincent Price was no stranger to working with popular directors, including Tim Burton, Fritz Lang and Cecil B. DeMille. Vincent Price was in some really popular films, and is right up there with stars like Boris Karloff and Bob Hope in terms of fame and success.

Most divisive: The Trouble with Girls
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  • House of Wax
    1

    House of Wax

    Vincent Price, Frank Lovejoy, Phyllis Kirk
    280 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, 3D Film, Thriller
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Known as the first color 3-D feature from a major American studio, Price's chilling performance as Professor Henry Jarrod in this 1953 horror classic is not one to miss. Delivering a masterful combination of sinister and tragic elements, he elevates the film into an essential watch for any fan of his work, highlighting the actor's ability to craft unforgettable characters.

    Wax sculptor Henry (Vincent Price) is horrified to learn that his business partner, Matthew (Roy Roberts), plans on torching their wax museum to collect on the insurance policy. Henry miraculously survives a fiery confrontation with Matthew and re-emerges some years hence with a museum of his own. But when the appearance of Henry's new wax sculptures occurs at the same time that a number of corpses vanish from the city morgue, art student Sue Allen (Phyllis Kirk) begins suspecting wrongdoing.
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  • House on Haunted Hill
    2

    House on Haunted Hill

    Vincent Price, Carol Ohmart, Richard Long
    299 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Thriller, Mystery
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: This 1959 cult classic horror film is led by Price's iconic portrayal of eccentric millionaire Frederick Loren who invites five strangers to spend the night at his supposedly haunted mansion. With suspense and dark humor expertly interwoven with Price's captivating performance, this movie showcases his unparalleled skill in embodying enigmatic roles that keep viewers enthralled till the very end.

    Rich oddball Frederick Loren (Vincent Price) has a proposal for five guests at a possibly haunted mansion: Show up, survive a night filled with scares and receive $10,000 each. The guest of honor is Loren's estranged wife, Annabelle (Carol Ohmart), who, with her secret lover, Dr. Trent (Alan Marshal), has concocted her own scheme to scare Loren's associate, Nora Manning (Carolyn Craig), into shooting the potentially crazy millionaire. But more spooks and shocks throw a wrench into the plan.
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  • The Pit and the Pendulum
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    The Pit and the Pendulum

    Vincent Price, John Kerr, Barbara Steele
    243 votes

    For Fans Of: Gothic Horror, Mystery, Drama
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: In this adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's tale directed by Roger Corman, Price delivers a riveting performance as Nicholas Medina, a tormented man caught between sanity and madness. His portrayal of a character grappling with trauma and guilt is both haunting and mesmerizing, reinforcing his status as one of horror cinema's most cherished actors.

    Elizabeth Barnard Medina (Barbara Steele) has died in the prime of life, and her brother, Francis (John Kerr), wants to know why. Elizabeth's husband, Nicholas (Vincent Price), and her doctor offer differing explanations, but when Francis learns that Nicholas' mother may have been buried alive, he begins to wonder if his sister met the same fate. And when he comes to believe that Elizabeth's spirit wanders about Nicholas' castle, Francis investigates -- and is stunned by what he finds.
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  • The Masque of the Red Death
    4

    The Masque of the Red Death

    Vincent Price, Jane Asher, Hazel Court
    231 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Drama, Occult Fiction
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Another successful collaboration between Vincent Price and Roger Corman brings forth this visually striking adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's story. As Prince Prospero, an aristocrat hosting a lavish masquerade ball amidst plague-ridden lands, Price exudes decadence and menace in equal measure – making for an enthralling viewing experience that underscores his versatility.

    This film is a 1964 British horror film directed by Roger Corman and starring Vincent Price. The story follows a prince who terrorizes a plague-ridden peasantry while merrymaking in a lonely castle with his jaded courtiers. The screenplay, written by Charles Beaumont and R. Wright Campbell, was based upon the 1842 short story of the same name by American author Edgar Allan Poe, and incorporates a sub-plot based on another Poe tale, Hop-Frog.
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  • House of Usher
    5

    House of Usher

    Vincent Price, Myrna Fahey, Mark Damon
    188 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Gothic Fiction, Mystery
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Marking Vincent Price’s first appearance in Roger Corman’s series of adaptations of Edgar Allan Poe's gothic tales, House of Usher is at once terrifying and mesmerizing. Price's portrayal of the tortured Roderick Usher provides a masterclass in psychological horror, as he brings to life the anguish and desperation that permeate both character and story.

    Based on the classic story "The Fall of the House of Usher" by Edgar Allan Poe and directed by legendary filmmaker Roger Corman, this thriller features Vincent Price as Roderick Usher, a man who believes his family to be cursed by incurable madness. So sure is he of his family's doom, that when his sister Madeline (Myrna Fahey) announces her engagement to Philip Winthrop (Mark Damon), Roderick will stop at nothing to prevent their marriage and keep the Usher bloodline from continuing.
  • Theatre of Blood
    6

    Theatre of Blood

    Vincent Price, Diana Rigg, Robert Morley
    189 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Comedy, Revenge
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Featuring one of Vincent Price’s most beloved performances, Theatre of Blood stars the actor as a vengeful Shakespearian actor who goes on a murder spree to punish his critics. Showcasing Price's impeccable range, from darkly comedic moments to chilling acts of violence, this film offers a true testament to his prowess within the realms of horror and suspense.

    Edward Lionheart (Vincent Price) is incensed that his last season of performances in Shakespearean plays did not win him a prestigious acting award from critics. After an unsuccessful attempt at suicide, Lionheart is rescued by a group of drug-addicted bums. He then sets out to murder all of his critics, each with a different style of death taken from a Shakespeare play. When Lionheart faces head critic Peregrine Devlin (Ian Hendry), he offers Devlin a second chance to bestow the award.
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  • The Raven
    7

    The Raven

    Vincent Price, Peter Lorre, Boris Karloff
    202 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Comedy, Supernatural Fiction
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Loosely inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s famous poem, this 1963 horror-comedy gem boasts an all-star cast led by Vincent Price as Dr. Erasmus Craven, a sorcerer mourning his late wife. Combining elements of humor with atmospheric dread, The Raven allows fans to appreciate Price's innate ability to balance light-heartedness with sinister undertones – making it an entertaining must-see for any aficionado.

    Magician Erasmus Craven (Vincent Price) is still deeply depressed two years after the death of his beloved wife, Lenore (Hazel Court). One day, he's visited by Adolphus Bedlo (Peter Lorre), who has been transformed into a raven after losing a duel to Dr. Scarabus (Boris Karloff), an evil wizard. After Craven transforms Bedlo back into a human, Bedlo claims to have seen Lenore's ghost at Scarabus' castle, prompting the two to head to Scarabus' castle to seek Craven's lost love.
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  • The Abominable Dr. Phibes
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    The Abominable Dr. Phibes

    Vincent Price, Joseph Cotten, Terry-Thomas
    237 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Thriller, Comedy
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: In this stylish horror-comedy film from 1971, Vincent Price delivers one of his most memorable and iconic performances as the diabolical organ-playing Doctor Anton Phibes, seeking revenge on those responsible for his wife’s death. With inventive death scenes and surreal art deco visuals accompanying Price’s captivating villainy, The Abominable Dr. Phibes remains an unmissable treat for any fan.

    In a desperate attempt to reach his ill wife, organist Anton Phibes (Vincent Price) is horrifically disfigured in a car accident and presumed dead. When he learns that his wife died during an operation, Phibes blames her surgeons and plots an elaborate revenge to punish them for their incompetence. With the help of a mute assistant (Virginia North), Phibes creates a mask resembling his own face and murders the surgeons one by one using bizarre methods inspired by the biblical plagues.
  • The Last Man on Earth
    9

    The Last Man on Earth

    Vincent Price, Giacomo Rossi-Stuart, Umberto Raho
    226 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Sci-Fi, Post-Apocalypse
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: In this post-apocalyptic sci-fi horror based on Richard Matheson's I Am Legend, Vincent Price plays Dr. Robert Morgan, the sole survivor of a devastating plague that has turned humanity into vampire-like creatures. Price’s raw and vulnerable performance as a man forced to confront loneliness and despair showcases his incredible range and emotional depth.

    The Last Man on Earth is a 1964 science fiction horror film based on the Richard Matheson 1954 novel I Am Legend. The film was directed by Ubaldo Ragona and Sidney Salkow, and stars Vincent Price. The script was written in part by Matheson, but he was dissatisfied with the result and chose to be credited as "Logan Swanson". William Leicester, Furio M. Monetti, and Ubaldo Ragona were the other writers. It was filmed in Rome, Italy, with some location shots taken at Esposizione Universale Roma. It was released theatrically in the United States by American International Pictures and the UK in 1966. In the 1980s the film fell into the public domain. MGM Home Video, the current owners of the AIP film catalog, released a digitally remastered widescreen print on DVD in September 2005.
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  • Tales of Terror
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    Tales of Terror

    Vincent Price, Peter Lorre, Basil Rathbone
    148 votes

    For Fans Of: Anthology Horror, Supernatural, Comedy
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: This horror anthology brings together three of Edgar Allan Poe's most famous stories, with Vincent Price starring in each segment. Providing a triple dose of the masterful actor in distinct roles, Tales of Terror allows fans to experience an exquisite showcase of Price's versatility, embodying characters that are both chilling and sympathetic.

    Locke (Vincent Price) mourns his late wife, Morella (Leona Gage), but has resentment toward his daughter that manifests itself in terrible ways; Fortunato Luchresi (also Price) is challenged to a wine tasting by his rival, Montresor (Peter Lorre), who has deadly fantasies about Fortunato's wife (Joyce Jameson) ; and Ernest Valdemar (also Price) is dying and, with the help of a duplicitous hypnotist (Basil Rathbone), finds a way to cheat death. Based on the works of Edgar Allan Poe.
  • The Fly
    11

    The Fly

    David Hedison, Patricia Owens, Vincent Price
    195 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Science Fiction, Drama
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: In this groundbreaking 1958 sci-fi horror precursor to David Cronenberg's 1986 remake, Vincent Price plays the sympathetic brother-in-law Francois Delambre, who uncovers a terrifying secret. While not the central character, Price's understated and compelling performance adds depth to the film, making it an essential entry in his filmography.

    When scientist Andre Delambre (Al Hedison) tests his matter transporter on himself, an errant housefly makes its way into the transportation chamber, and things go horribly wrong. As a result, Delambre's head and arm are now that of the insect. Slowly losing himself to the fly, Delambre turns to his wife, Helene (Patricia Owens), for help. But when tragedy strikes, Delambre's brother (Vincent Price) and Inspector Charas (Herbert Marshall) are forced to pick up the investigation.
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  • The Haunted Palace
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    The Haunted Palace

    Vincent Price, Debra Paget, Lon Chaney
    122 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Supernatural, Drama
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Another successful collaboration between Roger Corman and Vincent Price, this atmospheric horror flick adapts H.P. Lovecraft's The Case of Charles Dexter Ward with a touch of Edgar Allan Poe. As both the tormented Charles and his sinister ancestor Joseph Curwen, Price delivers a compelling dual performance that further highlights his extraordinary talent for embodying complex characters.

    Condemned warlock Joseph Curwen (Vincent Price) curses a New England village just before being burned alive. More than a century later, Curwen's kindly great-great grandson Charles Ward (also Price) arrives in town and moves into Curwen's old mansion. Caretaker Simon Orne (Lon Chaney Jr.) helps Charles and his wife Ann (Debra Paget) adjust to their new home. The ancient curse, however, takes hold of Joseph, awakening inside him a long-dormant evil passed on through blood.
  • Witchfinder General
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    Witchfinder General

    Vincent Price, Ian Ogilvy, Hilary Heath
    153 votes

    For Fans Of: Historical Drama, Horror, War
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Delivering one of his most chilling performances outside of Corman-Poe collaborations, Vincent Price stars as real-life English witch-hunter Matthew Hopkins in this controversial 1968 historical drama. With its brutal depictions of torture and persecution accompanied by Price’s cold-blooded portrayal, Witchfinder General is lauded for its uncompromising vision that cements it as one of the actor’s finest works.

    A disturbing tale of evil set during the English Civil War. When Matthew Hopkins is appointed Witchfinder General by the Puritans under Cromwell, he is empowered to travel the countryside with his henchmen and collect a fee for each witch from whom he extracts a confession - a policy which is exploited to the full.
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  • Laura
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    Laura

    Gene Tierney, Dana Andrews, Clifton Webb
    145 votes

    For Fans Of: Mystery, Film Noir, Thriller
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Before cementing his reputation as a master of horror, Vincent Price showcased his acting chops in this classic 1944 film noir directed by Otto Preminger. Playing the suave yet conniving Shelby Carpenter opposite Gene Tierney’s enigmatic Laura Hunt, Price's charismatic performance provides fans with an intriguing glimpse into his early career.

    In one of the most celebrated 1940s film noirs, Manhattan detective Mark McPherson (Dana Andrews) investigates the murder of Madison Avenue executive Laura Hunt (Gene Tierney) in her fashionable apartment. On the trail of her murderer, McPherson quizzes Laura's arrogant best friend, gossip columnist Waldo Lydecker (Clifton Webb) and her comparatively mild fiancé, Shelby Carpenter (Vincent Price). As the detective grows obsessed with the case, he finds himself falling in love with the dead woman.
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  • The Comedy of Terrors
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    The Comedy of Terrors

    Vincent Price, Peter Lorre, Boris Karloff
    110 votes

    For Fans Of: Comedy, Horror
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: This 1963 black comedy features an all-star cast including Boris Karloff and Peter Lorre alongside Vincent Price as the unscrupulous funeral director Waldo Trumbull. Showcasing his talent for balancing humor with sinister undertones, Price's performance in The Comedy of Terrors serves as a delightful reminder of his versatility and charm.

    Waldo Trumbull (Vincent Price) is an amoral undertaker in 19th-century New England who takes to murdering people to have enough cash to support his drinking habit. Desperate for money after a widow stiffs him for a burial, Trumbull and his assistant, Gillie (Peter Lorre), decide to kill the wealthy Mr. Black (Basil Rathbone), their landlord, to whom they're indebted. But murdering Black proves to be quite a challenge, as he seems to keep recovering from death every time they do him in.
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  • An Evening of Edgar Allan Poe
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    An Evening of Edgar Allan Poe

    Vincent Price
    97 votes

    For Fans Of: Thriller, Drama, Adaptation
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Originally produced for television in 1970, this one-man show features Vincent Price masterfully performing four of Edgar Allan Poe’s most famous stories. A testament to his unparalleled skill as a storyteller, An Evening of Edgar Allan Poe offers fans an intimate and captivating showcase of Price's love for the macabre and the art of dramatic recitation.

    An Evening of Edgar Allan Poe is a 52-minute film which features Vincent Price reciting four of Edgar Allan Poe's stories, directed by Kenneth Johnson, with music by Les Baxter. The stories included are: "The Tell-Tale Heart", "The Sphinx", "The Cask of Amontillado" and "The Pit and the Pendulum".
  • The Tomb of Ligeia
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    The Tomb of Ligeia

    Vincent Price, Elizabeth Shepherd, John Westbrook
    117 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Mystery, Romance
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: In their final collaboration on an Edgar Allan Poe adaptation, Roger Corman directs Vincent Price as the brooding widower Verden Fell in The Tomb of Ligeia (1964). With its Gothic atmosphere and engaging plot expertly complemented by Price's haunting performance, this film stands as a fitting conclusion to their iconic series.

    Verden Fell (Vincent Price) is shattered after the death of his lovely wife. But, after an unexpected encounter with Lady Rowena Trevanion (Elizabeth Shepherd), Fell soon finds himself married again. Nevertheless, his late wife's spirit seems to hang over the dilapidated abbey that Fell shares with his new bride. Lady Rowena senses that something is amiss and, when she investigates, makes a horrifying discovery -- learning that Fell's dead wife is closer than she ever imagined possible.
  • The Tingler
    18

    The Tingler

    Vincent Price, Judith Evelyn, Darryl Hickman
    150 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: This innovative 1959 horror film directed by William Castle stars Vincent Price as Dr. Warren Chapin, a pathologist investigating an enigmatic creature that feeds on fear. With its unique blend of suspense and creative gimmicks – including the use of "Percepto" technology which sent electric shocks through theater seats – The Tingler highlights the actor's penchant for pushing boundaries in both storytelling and audience engagement.

    Dr. Warren Chapin (Vincent Price) has made a surprising discovery -- the spine-chilling sensation that people get when scared is due to a parasite that he dubs the "tingler." Chapin concludes that in extreme circumstances, prolonged fear can cause the creature to damage a person's spine and even cause death if the victim can't scream, a theory that Oliver Higgins (Philip Coolidge) uses to deadly effect on his wife (Judith Evelyn). Soon the tingler that killed the woman is on the loose.
  • The Ten Commandments
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    The Ten Commandments

    Charlton Heston, Yul Brynner, Edward G. Robinson
    140 votes

    For Fans Of: Epic, Historical Drama, Religious
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Though primarily known for his roles in horror films, Vincent Price showcased his range by playing the Egyptian architect Baka in Cecil B. DeMille's 1956 biblical epic. His compelling presence amidst an all-star cast makes this classic film an interesting addition to his oeuvre and a must-see for fans interested in exploring Price's wider body of work.

    In the epic film, The Ten Commandments, Moses (Charlton Heston) takes center stage. Raised as an Egyptian prince but born Hebrew, he grapples with his identity. After a divine encounter in the form of a burning bush, Moses embarks on a mission to free his people from slavery. He faces off against Rameses (Yul Brynner), the Pharaoh of Egypt, with biblical plagues and miracles aplenty. This historical drama, directed by Cecil B. DeMille, won an Academy Award for its visual effects - fitting for a movie of such grand scale and ambition.
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  • Twice-Told Tales
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    Twice-Told Tales

    Vincent Price, Beverly Garland, Richard Denning
    88 votes

    For Fans Of: Anthology Horror, Supernatural, Mystery
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: This 1963 horror anthology adapts three stories by Nathaniel Hawthorne, featuring Vincent Price in multiple roles. From playing the tormented Dr. Rappaccini to the sinister Gerald Pyncheon, Price demonstrates his remarkable versatility in bringing these dark tales to life, making Twice-Told Tales a worthy entry for any fan's collection.

    Twice-Told Tales is an American horror film directed by Sidney Salkow and starring Vincent Price.
  • Dragonwyck
    21

    Dragonwyck

    Gene Tierney, Walter Huston, Vincent Price
    93 votes

    For Fans Of: Gothic Romance, Historical Drama, Thriller
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: In this moody 1946 gothic drama, Vincent Price plays the enigmatic and tormented patroon Nicholas Van Ryn, adding another layer of depth to his already impressive acting repertoire. With its haunting atmosphere and strong performances, Dragonwyck provides viewers with an enthralling showcase of Price's ability to mesmerize audiences through his range and versatility.

    For Miranda Wells (Gene Tierney), moving to New York to live in Dragonwyck Manor with her rich cousin, Nicholas (Vincent Price), seems like a dream. However, the situation gradually becomes nightmarish. She observes Nicholas' troubled relationship with his tenant farmers, as well as with his daughter (Connie Marshall), to whom Miranda serves as governess. Her relationship with Nicholas intensifies after his wife dies, but his mental imbalance threatens any hope of happiness.
  • Dr. Phibes Rises Again
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    Dr. Phibes Rises Again

    Vincent Price, Robert Quarry, Valli Kemp
    120 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Thriller, Comedy
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: As the sequel to The Abominable Dr. Phibes, this 1972 cult classic sees Vincent Price reprising his role as the diabolical organist seeking immortality for himself and his deceased wife. Filled with inventive death scenes and dark humor, Dr. Phibes Rises Again merely reinforces why fans adore Price in this iconic role as he continues to captivate with his wicked charm.

    The sinister Dr. Phibes (Vincent Price) has returned and is once again determined to resurrect his deceased wife. Assisted by the beautiful Vulnavia (Valli Kemp), Phibes must retrieve a set of ancient scrolls before he can complete his plan, leading to a trek across Egypt. Among those crossing the villain's path is Darius Biederbeck (Robert Quarry), an explorer who seeks immortality. Phibes plots the deaths of his pursuers, making sure that they are dispatched in unusual and gory ways.
  • The House of the Seven Gables
    23

    The House of the Seven Gables

    George Sanders, Margaret Lindsay, Vincent Price
    81 votes

    For Fans Of: Drama, Gothic Fiction, Romance
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: This 1940 adaptation of Nathaniel Hawthorne's gothic novel stars Vincent Price as the tragic figure Clifford Pyncheon. Displaying his early talent for embodying conflicted characters in atmospheric settings, this film offers fans a fascinating look into Price's burgeoning career, long before he became a horror icon.

    Clifford Pyncheon's (Vincent Price) father, Gerald (Gilbert Emery), decides that in his dying days, the family's mansion must be sold to clear their debts. Gerald also believes it will remove the family of a curse -- a result of their many misdeeds over the years that allowed their once-prominent lifestyle. However, Gerald's other son, Jaffrey (George Sanders), has different ideas as to what should be done with the property, and frames Clifford for murder in an attempt to keep the mansion.
  • Madhouse
    24

    Madhouse

    Vincent Price, Peter Cushing, Robert Quarry
    92 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Playing a washed-up horror actor plagued by real-life murders in this 1974 meta-horror film, Vincent Price delivers a fascinating performance that blurs the line between fiction and reality. Madhouse allows viewers to enjoy not only the thrilling plot but also appreciate how effortlessly Price embodies self-referential roles that display his immense acting talent.

    The career of horror icon Paul Toombes (Vincent Price) ends in scandal when his fiancée dies under mysterious circumstances. Freed from the mental hospital where he had been committed, the recovered Toombes and screenwriter Herbert Flay (Peter Cushing) intend to revive his most popular character, Dr. Death, for a television series. But the dead bodies start piling up -- all of them killed in ways that mimic the victims in Toombes' films -- and to clear his name he must find the real killer.
  • The Bat
    25

    The Bat

    Vincent Price, Agnes Moorehead, Gavin Gordon
    102 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: In this 1959 mystery-horror film based on a popular stage play, Vincent Price stars as the enigmatic Dr. Malcolm Wells, who becomes entangled in the search for a murderous criminal known as The Bat. Combining elements of suspense, mystery, and classic horror tropes, The Bat offers fans another opportunity to witness Price's talent for creating captivating characters that leave an indelible mark.

    A killer called "the Bat" has claimed many lives in the small town inhabited by novelist Cornelia van Gorder (Agnes Moorehead) and her maid, Lizzie (Lenita Lane). As Cornelia implores Dr. Malcolm Wells (Vincent Price) to help her ailing maid, $1 million in the town's bank goes missing. With greed and fear reaching new heights, police Lt. Andy Anderson (Gavin Gordon) goes to Cornelia's house to investigate additional murders committed by the Bat.
  • Diary of a Madman
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    Diary of a Madman

    Vincent Price, Nancy Kovack, Chris Warfield
    79 votes

    For Fans Of: Horror, Drama, Thriller
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Based on Guy de Maupassant's short story Le Horla, this 1963 psychological horror film stars Vincent Price as Simon Cordier, a man possessed by an evil spirit driving him towards madness and murder. Showcasing his ability to delve into the depths of human psyche while maintaining his signature style, Diary of a Madman is an absorbing exploration of Price's talent for playing tormented characters.

    When Judge Simon Cordier (Vincent Price) goes to see Louis Girot (Harvey Stephens), a prisoner he sentenced to death, the criminal insists he is not guilty and that he is inhabited by an evil spirit. Cordier dismisses Girot's claims, but he becomes unnerved when Girot lights himself on fire to supposedly end the demonic possession. After the visit, Cordier, beset by insomnia, begins to have odd visions and starts to wonder if Girot might have been telling the truth after all.
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  • Thriller
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    Thriller

    Michael Jackson, Ola Ray, Vincent Price
    96 votes

    For Fans Of: Anthology Horror, Mystery, Thriller
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: As the host and occasional star of this anthology television series that aired between 1960-1962, Vincent Price introduced viewers to various tales of suspense, crime, and supernatural occurrences. His chilling presence and unmistakable voice set the tone for each episode, making Thriller an essential watch for those who cherish Price's unique skill at evoking fear and intrigue.

    Michael Jackson's Thriller is an American 13-minute music video for the song of the same name released on December 2, 1983. It was directed by John Landis, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Michael Jackson. It was MTV's first world premiere video. Voted as the most influential pop music video of all time, Thriller proved to have a profound effect on popular culture, and was named "a watershed moment for the [music] industry" for its unprecedented merging of filmmaking and music. Guinness World Records listed it in 2006 as the "most successful music video", selling over nine million copies. In 2009, the video was inducted into the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress, the first music video to ever receive this honor, for being “culturally, historically or aesthetically” significant. The track was also listed at number one on "The Top 10 Halloween Songs" by Billboard. Co-starring with Jackson was former Playboy centerfold Ola Ray. The video was choreographed by Michael Peters, and Michael Jackson. The video also contains incidental music by film music composer Elmer Bernstein, who had previously worked with Landis on An American Werewolf in London.
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  • Tower of London
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    Tower of London

    Basil Rathbone, Boris Karloff, Barbara O'Neil
    66 votes

    For Fans Of: Historical Drama, Horror, Thriller
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: In this 1962 historical drama-horror hybrid directed by Roger Corman, Vincent Price takes on the role of Richard III – a ruthless king haunted by ghosts. With its compelling blend of history and horror masterfully brought together by Price's chilling portrayal, Tower of London serves as yet another testament to his incomparable ability in crafting memorable characters across genres.

    Ambitious Richard, Duke of Gloucester (Basil Rathbone), brother of King Edward IV (Ian Hunter), maneuvers to get the powerful John Wyatt (John Sutton) to France, then has his brother make him the Lord Protectorate for Edward's sons, the two young princes. Impatient that the ill Edward clings to life, Richard arranges his death, as well as that of his other brother, the Duke of Clarence (Vincent Price). With only the princes remaining, Richard's obsession to rule shows no sign of abating.
  • The Invisible Man Returns
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    The Invisible Man Returns

    Cedric Hardwicke, Vincent Price, Nan Grey
    66 votes

    For Fans Of: Sci-Fi, Horror, Mystery
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: In this 1940 sequel to the classic H.G. Wells tale, Vincent Price stars as Geoffrey Radcliffe – a man who becomes invisible to escape a false murder conviction. While largely unseen on screen, Price's powerful vocal presence carries the film and provides ample evidence of his prowess as an undeniably compelling performer even when visually absent.

    Wrongly accused of murdering his brother, Geoffrey Radcliffe (Vincent Price) is found guilty and sentenced to die. But when sympathetic Dr. Griffin (John Sutton) injects him with a serum that renders him invisible, Radcliffe is able to escape and search for the real culprit. With Inspector Sampson (Cecil Kellaway) of Scotland Yard hot on his trail, Radcliffe begins to suspect that a recent hire in his family's mining company might have the answers he seeks.
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  • The Great Mouse Detective
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    The Great Mouse Detective

    Vincent Price, Barrie Ingham, Val Bettin
    83 votes

    For Fans Of: Animation, Adventure, Mystery
    Reasons to Watch if you Love Vincent Price: Lending his iconic voice to Disney animation in 1986's The Great Mouse Detective gives fans another glimpse into Vincent Price's versatility as an actor. As the villainous Professor Ratigan, Price imbues the character with a perfect mix of wickedness and charm, ensuring that his performance remains a standout even in animation form.

    In the heart of Victorian London, a genius detective rodent, Basil of Baker Street (Barrie Ingham), takes on a challenging case. A toymaker (Alan Young) has been kidnapped by the villainous Ratigan (Vincent Price), and it's up to Basil and his loyal sidekick Dr. Dawson (Val Bettin) to solve the mystery in The Great Mouse Detective. This animated adventure from Disney weaves together elements of suspense, comedy, and musical numbers, making for an intriguing watch. With its clever plot twists and memorable characters, this film stands as a testament to Disney's knack for creating engaging narratives in unexpected worlds.
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