The Vampires or, The Arch Criminals of Paris

The Vampires or, The Arch Criminals of Paris

Every second exciting — every second thrilling — every episode sensational

1915 · 422 min · ★ 7.0 · Drama, Thriller

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.)

Directed by Louis Feuillade · Written by Louis Feuillade

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