Tales From The Crypt is a 1972 British horror anthology film produced by Amicus Productions and directed by Freddie Francis, adapted from EC Comics. The screenplay weaves together five macabre stories framed by a mysterious crypt keeper, portrayed memorably by Ralph Richardson, as a group of strangers confront their fates. Featuring performances by Peter Cushing, Joan Collins, and Patrick Magee, the film script balances gothic horror, moral irony, and dark suspense in a way that defined classic anthology cinema. Reading the Tales From The Crypt screenplay offers valuable insight into episodic storytelling, framing devices, and how multiple narratives are structured to feel cohesive within a single film.
This collector’s edition screenplay is ideal for studying the mechanics of horror anthologies and mid twentieth century genre filmmaking. The movie script reveals how each segment builds tension, delivers its twist, and reinforces the overarching theme of fate and consequence. Presented in a professionally formatted layout, the screenplay allows readers to closely examine dialogue, scene transitions, and pacing across distinct yet interconnected stories. Film students, horror historians, and collectors alike will appreciate this film script as a foundational text in the evolution of anthology horror.
A must-have for anyone collecting iconic Hollywood screenplays.
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• Professionally formatted Tales From The Crypt screenplay
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• Professional formatted edition of the film screenplay used in production development
• Ideal for screenwriters, producers, directors, studios, casting professionals, actors, film students, collectors and fans passionate about movies and cinematic storytelling
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This is a collector’s reproduction of the original screenplay, provided for personal study, research, or collection purposes. It is not an original production-used script and does not grant performance rights.
