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Deathmaster (1972): Cast

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Deathmaster is a 1972 horror film directed by Ray Danton, starring Robert Quarry as Khorda, John Fiedler and William Jordan. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes.

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Deathmaster (1972) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Ray Danton
Genre
Horror
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Deathmaster About?

The premise of Deathmaster without spoilers.

With eyes that burn like hot coals and razor‑sharp fangs, Khorda the Deathmaster rises from his tomb. A charismatic, enigmatic stranger, he swiftly draws a cult‑like flock of aimless young hippies, captivating them with his magnetic presence. Only later does he shed the illusion, exposing his true nature as a vampire.

Deathmaster Themes & Keywords

· 27 tags
  • vampire
  • exploitation filmmaking
  • bare chested male
  • marijuana
  • mansion
  • guru
  • coffin
  • beach
  • hippie
  • independent film
  • psychotronic film
  • wooden stake
+15 more
  • vampire cult
  • caves
  • guitar
  • motorcycle
  • leeches
  • chanting
  • blood ceremony
  • prologue
  • scene during opening credits
  • murder by strangulation
  • murder
  • stranger
  • female nudity
  • female rear nudity
  • folk horror
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Cast & crew

Deathmaster Cast & Characters

Robert Quarry leads the cast as Khorda, with John Fiedler as Pop and William Jordan as Monk Reynolds. Directed by Ray Danton; 14 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Ray Danton

More films directed by Ray Danton: John Henry, The Return of Mickey Spillane’s Mike Hammer, Psychic Killer and Hannah, Queen of the Vampires.

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Cars

Cars in Deathmaster

16 cars on screen, including the 1955 Chevrolet 3100 and the 1967 Montesa 250 La Cross.

All 16 cars
  • 1955 Chevrolet 3100 in Deathmaster 1955 Chevrolet 3100 Important role
  • 1967 Montesa 250 La Cross in Deathmaster 1967 Montesa 250 La Cross Important role
  • 1964 Ford Country Squire in Deathmaster 1964 Ford Country Squire Minor role
  • 1964 Greeves Challenger 250 in Deathmaster 1964 Greeves Challenger 250 Minor role

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FAQ

Deathmaster FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Deathmaster, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Deathmaster?

Deathmaster runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was Deathmaster released?

Deathmaster was released on August 15, 1972.

Who directed Deathmaster?

Deathmaster was directed by Ray Danton.

More films by Ray Danton

Who is in the cast of Deathmaster?

Deathmaster stars Robert Quarry as Khorda, John Fiedler as Pop and William Jordan as Monk Reynolds, among 14 credited actors.

Does Deathmaster have a post-credit scene?

No. Deathmaster has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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