Carnival of Souls (1962) movie poster

Carnival of Souls (1962)

"She Escaped Death. Now It Wants Her Back!"
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๐Ÿ‘ 89%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 87% (RT: 87%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Herk Harvey
Runtime
1h 18m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.9/10 (525 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
87%
Cast
Candace Hilligoss as Mary Henry
Herk Harvey as The Man
Sidney Berger as John Linden
Frances Feist as Mrs. Thomas
Art Ellison as Minister
Stan Levitt as Dr. Samuels
Tom McGinnis as Organ Factory Boss
Forbes Caldwell as Organ Factory Worker
Yes. 89% of real audiences liked it based on 525 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 87%.
Overview
Mary Henry ends up the sole survivor of a fatal car accident through mysterious circumstances. Trying to put the incident behind her, she moves to Utah and takes a job as a church organist. But her fresh start is interrupted by visions of a fiendish man. As the visions begin to occur more frequently, Mary finds herself drawn to the deserted carnival on the outskirts of town. The strangely alluring carnival may hold the secret to her tragic past. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The iconic poster for Carnival of Souls was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated horror films of 1962 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Carnival of Souls is a 1962 horror, mystery, fantasy film directed by Herk Harvey. Mary Henry ends up the sole survivor of a fatal car accident through mysterious circumstances. Trying to put the incident behind her, she moves to Utah and takes a job as a church organist.

But her fresh start is interrupted by visions of a fiendish man. As the visions begin to occur more frequently, Mary finds herself drawn to the deserted carnival on the outskirts of town. The strangely alluring carnival may hold the secret to her tragic past.

The film has been rated by 525 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Carnival of Souls delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Carnival of Souls (1962) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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