March 8, 2026
138. Blood of the Vampire (1958) with Prof. Stacey Abbott

[14x8] In this episode, we’re sinking our teeth into the 1958 British cult classic Blood of the Vampire. Often mistaken for a Hammer Film—thanks to its lush production design and a script by the legendary Jimmy Sangster—this independent gem carved out its own grisly niche in horror history.
And returning to the show is our regular horror academic and all-round vampire expert, Prof. Stacey Abbott...
🎙️ The Lineup
- Hosts: Dan Owen & Hugh McStay
- Guest: Prof. Stacey Abbott
- Editor: Dan Owen
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