A million-pound inheritance, a stolen identity, and London's shadowy underbelly collide.
THE HUNCHBACK OF SOHO
A woman is kidnapped and her identity is stolen by criminals attempting to collect her inheritance.
Quick Answer
The Hunchback of Soho is a 1966 German crime, mystery, and thriller film directed by Alfred Vohrer about a woman whose inheritance is targeted by criminals who kidnap her and replace her with an imposter.
Programmer's Pick
With its mix of hunchbacks, evil priests, and fraudulent wills, The Hunchback of Soho delivers exactly the kind of delirious pulp spectacle that only a German Edgar Wallace adaptation can. Expect a parade of sinister oddballs and enough twists to keep even Scotland Yard guessing.
— SassyFlix Programmer
Overview
Why This Matters
This film marks the first use of Eastmancolor in Rialto Film's extensive series of Edgar Wallace adaptations, reflecting a shift in production values within a notable West German crime franchise.
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Why Cult
Adapted from Edgar Wallace, this film embodies the German 'krimi' tradition with its labyrinthine plot and offbeat characters.
A kidnapped heiress and an imposter at the center of a high-stakes inheritance plot add layers of deception and suspense.
The action unfolds in a shadowy London, complete with girls' homes, underground clubs, and the ever-present threat of strangulation.
From a sadistic warden to a fake priest and a hunchback, the film is packed with memorable and menacing figures.
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Threat File
Wanda inherits a million pounds
Criminal gang kidnapping and identity theft
Victim imprisoned and replaced to steal inheritance
London; girls' home
Questions from the Vault
When was The Hunchback of Soho released? +
The Hunchback of Soho was released in 1966.
Who directed The Hunchback of Soho? +
The Hunchback of Soho was directed by Alfred Vohrer.
How long is The Hunchback of Soho? +
The Hunchback of Soho has a runtime of 89 minutes.
What genre is The Hunchback of Soho? +
The Hunchback of Soho is a crime, mystery, and thriller film.
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