The Lair of the White Worm
1988 · 1h 33m · Comedy, Horror · United Kingdom, United States of America · Rated R (US)
Some legends really bite.
When an archaeologist uncovers a strange skull in a foreign land, the residents of a nearby town begin to disappear, leading to further inexplicable occurrences.
Written & directed by
Ken RussellBased on the novel by
Bram Stoker6.0Smart score
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