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The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra (2004): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra is a 2004 sci-fi horror film starring Fay Masterson, Larry Blamire and Brian Howe. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes. Critics gave it 45 on Metacritic.

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The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra (2004) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Genres
Sci-Fi , Horror , Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra About?

The premise of The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A quirky and comedic horror film follows a brilliant but somewhat clumsy scientist and his wife. They find themselves in a bizarre competition with a ruthless rival, all vying to unlock the secrets held within a mysterious meteorite. Unbeknownst to them, extraterrestrial forces are also seeking the meteorite’s power, leading to a chaotic and hilarious struggle for control.

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Cast & crew

The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra Cast

Fay Masterson leads the cast, with Larry Blamire and Brian Howe.

Ratings

The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra 45 on Metacritic.

Plot

The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra Plot Summary

What happens in The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

As the Armstrongs, comprising Dr. Paul Armstrong (Larry Blamire) and his wife Betty (Fay Masterson), set off for an adventure in the mountains during the summer of 1961, they become deeply entwined in a labyrinth of scientific exploration and extraterrestrial mysteries. Driven by an unyielding ambition, Dr. Armstrong seeks to unearth a meteorite believed to hold the rare element atmosphereum, which could dramatically advance his scientific endeavors. Meanwhile, another distinguished scientist in the vicinity, Dr. Roger Fleming (Brian Howe), is engrossed in solving the enigmas hidden within Cadavra Cave, a mysterious locale connected to tales of a “Lost Skeleton”.

Full summary

The whole story of The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra, scene by scene

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Cars

Cars in The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra

16 cars on screen, including the 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider and the 1949 Buick Roadmaster.

All 16 cars
  • 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider in The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider Important role
  • 1949 Buick Roadmaster in The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra 1949 Buick Roadmaster Minor role
  • 1958 Buick Special in The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra 1958 Buick Special Minor role
  • 1956 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz in The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra 1956 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Minor role

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The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra?

The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra released?

The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra was released on February 6, 2004.

Who is in the cast of The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra?

The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra stars Fay Masterson, Larry Blamire and Brian Howe.

How is The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra rated?

The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra has 45 on Metacritic.

Does The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra have a post-credit scene?

No. The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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