The Vampires or, The Arch Criminals of Paris (1915)

Paris is prey to an invisible terror against which the police can do nothing: a sinister organization that sows chaos and death. The intrepid journalist Philippe Guérande and his partner embark on a long crusade to put an end to the crimes of the Great Vampire and Irma Vep, his dangerous accomplice. (A ten episode movie serial.)

Released Nov. 13, 1915 422 min 12+

Genres: Action, Adventure, Crime, Drama, Thriller

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