The Vampire Lovers
1970, English. Directed by Roy Ward Baker.
An erotic nightmare of tormented lusts that throb in headless, undead bodies!
In the heart of Styria the Karnstein Family, even after their mortal deaths, rise from their tombs spreading evil in the countryside in their lust for fresh blood. Baron Hartog whose family are all victims of Karnstein vampirism, opens their graves and drives a stake through their diabolical hearts. One grave he cannot locate is that of the legendary beautiful Mircalla Karnstein. Years of peace follow that grisly night until Mircalla reappears to avenge her family's decimation and satisfy her desire for blood.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 244 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Vampire Lovers
The Vampire Lovers is streaming on MGM Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Roy Ward BakerDirector
- Ingrid PittMarcilla / Carmilla
- Pippa SteelLaura
- Madeline SmithEmma Morton
- Peter CushingGeneral von Spielsdorf
- George ColeRoger Morton
- Dawn AddamsThe Countess
- Kate O'MaraThe Governess (Mme. Perrodot)
- Douglas WilmerBaron Joachim von Hartog
- Jon FinchCarl Ebhardt
- Ferdy MayneDoctor
- Kirsten LindholmFirst Vampire
- John Forbes-RobertsonMan in Black
Details
- Released
- 4 October 1970
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Tudor Gates
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What The Vampire Lovers is based on
The Vampire Lovers is based on Carmilla (1872) by Sheridan Le Fanu.
1872
Carmilla
By Sheridan Le Fanu
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The Vampire Lovers: quick answers
What comes after The Vampire Lovers?
Next in the series: Lust for a Vampire (1971) and Twins of Evil (1971).
Is The Vampire Lovers worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 244 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Vampire Lovers?
The Vampire Lovers runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does The Vampire Lovers have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Vampire Lovers. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Vampire Lovers parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Vampire Lovers is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Vampire Lovers on?
The Vampire Lovers is streaming on MGM Plus in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Vampire Lovers?
If you liked The Vampire Lovers, try Lust for a Vampire, Vampyres, A Return to Salem's Lot.
Who directed The Vampire Lovers?
The Vampire Lovers (1970) was directed by Roy Ward Baker and stars Ingrid Pitt, Pippa Steel, Madeline Smith.
What is The Vampire Lovers based on?
The Vampire Lovers is based on Carmilla (1872) by Sheridan Le Fanu.