The Mask(1961)
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The Mask Synopsis
A young archaeologist believes he is cursed by a mask that causes him to have weird nightmares and possibly to murder. Before committing suicide, he mails the mask to his psychiatrist, Dr. Barnes, who is soon plunged into the nightmare world of the mask.
The Mask (1961) is a horror and thriller film directed by Julian Roffman, released on October 27, 1961 with a runtime of 1h 23m. It stars Paul Stevens, Claudette Nevins, Anne Collings and Bill Walker. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 39 ratings.
- Director:
- Julian Roffman
- Writers:
- Frank Taubes, Sandy Haver, Franklin Delessert
- Producers:
- Julian Roffman, Nat Taylor
- Cinematographer:
- Herbert S. Alpert
- Composer:
- Louis Applebaum
- Production:
- Beaver-Champion Attractions, Taylor Roffman Productions
- Status:
- Released
The Mask (1961) Trailer
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The Mask Videos & Clips
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THE MASK (1961) - Original theatrical trailer
Trailer
Joe Dante on THE MASK (3-D)
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The Mask Cast & Crew
Main cast
Paul Stevens
as Doctor Allan Barnes
Claudette Nevins
as Pam Albright
Anne Collings
as Miss Goodrich
- Bill Walker
Bill Walker
as Lieutenant Martin
Martin Lavut
as Michael Radin
Leo Leyden
as Doctor Soames
- Norman Ettlinger
Norman Ettlinger
as Professor Quincey
- W.B. Brydon
W.B. Brydon
as Anderson (as Bill Bryden)
- Jim Moran
Jim Moran
as Jim Moran
- Eleanor Beecroft
Eleanor Beecroft
as Mrs. Kelly
- Ray Lawlor
Ray Lawlor
as Lab Technician
- Rudi Linschoten
Rudi Linschoten
as Mime in Nightmare
Key crew
Directed by Julian Roffman, written by Frank Taubes, Sandy Haver and Franklin Delessert, produced by Julian Roffman and Nat Taylor.
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The Mask Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 39 ratings.
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The Mask – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Mask online?
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Who stars in The Mask?
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The main cast of The Mask (1961) includes Paul Stevens, Claudette Nevins, Anne Collings, Bill Walker and Martin Lavut. The film was directed by Julian Roffman. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Mask released?
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The Mask was released on October 27, 1961 and runs for 1h 23m.
Is The Mask worth watching?
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The Mask (1961) holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 39 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy horror and thriller films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The Mask?
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