Masque of the Red Death (1989): Cast & Plot
Masque of the Red Death is a 1989 drama horror film directed by Larry Brand, starring Adrian Paul as Prince Prospero, Clare Hoak and Jeff Osterhage. It runs 1 hour 25 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 25m (85 min)
- Director
- Larry Brand
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Masque of the Red Death About?
The premise of Masque of the Red Death without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
While a deadly plague sweeps his Renaissance realm, Prince Prospero secludes himself and his closest friends within his fortified castle, hosting endless masquerade revels behind lavish walls. As the suffering peasants perish outside, the unstoppable force of fate eventually breaches the aristocratic sanctuary, reminding that no privilege can outrun death.
Masque of the Red Death Themes & Keywords
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- plague
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Masque of the Red Death Cast & Characters
Adrian Paul leads the cast as Prince Prospero, with Clare Hoak as Julietta and Jeff Osterhage as Claudio. Directed by Larry Brand; 12 actors are credited in all.
- Director Larry Brand
- Adrian Paul as Prince Prospero
- Clare Hoak as Julietta
- Jeff Osterhage as Claudio
- Patrick Macnee as Machiavel
Also Starring in Masque of the Red Death
· 8 more- Maria Ford Isabella
- Richard Keats Leonardo
- Daryl Haney Fabio
- Marcelo Tubert Augusto
- Tom Poster Mario
- Brewster Gould Prisoner
- Tracy Reiner Lucrecia
- Kelly Ann Sabatasso Ornelia
Masque of the Red Death Plot Summary
What happens in Masque of the Red Death from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
A mysterious rider roams the realm of Prince Prospero. The appearance of the rider is followed by a deadly plague that scars its victims and devastates the peasantry. The rural people grow desperate, seeking any chance to escape the spread of the illness, a crisis that bleeds into every corner of the countryside. As fear tightens its grip, Prospero seals himself behind the palace walls, determined to keep the world outside from intruding on his own sanctuary. Inside, he arranges a lavish masquerade ball, inviting the nobility to partake in music, fashion, and secrecy, a night designed to numb the senses while the outside world withers.
Full summary
The whole story of Masque of the Red Death, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Masque of the Red Death?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which deadly plague devastates the peasantry in the film?
Masque of the Red Death Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Edgar Allan Poe's Masque of the Red Death” and “Die Maske des roten Todes”.
- Also known as
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- Edgar Allan Poe's Masque of the Red Death
- Die Maske des roten Todes
- A vörös halál álarca
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Masque of the Red Death FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Masque of the Red Death, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Masque of the Red Death?
Masque of the Red Death runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).
When was Masque of the Red Death released?
Masque of the Red Death was released on October 27, 1989.
Who directed Masque of the Red Death?
Masque of the Red Death was directed by Larry Brand.
More films by Larry Brand Who is in the cast of Masque of the Red Death?
Masque of the Red Death stars Adrian Paul as Prince Prospero, Clare Hoak as Julietta and Jeff Osterhage as Claudio, among 12 credited actors.
Does Masque of the Red Death have a post-credit scene?
No. Masque of the Red Death has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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