Vincent Price, Phyllis Kirk, Frank Lovejoy, Carolyn Jones, Angela Clarke

Ever been creeped out by the life-like statues at a wax museum? Yes? But have you ever recognized your old roommate behind the glass? Vincent Price plays the menacing Professor Henry Jarrod, in a role...( read more  read more... ) that would solidify his reputation as the creepiest man in Hollywood. With everything from cancan girls to rubber paddleballs finding their way into the audience, 'House of Wax' takes full advantage of the novel 3-D stereoscopic process.

PG, 1 hr. 30 min.

Directed by: André De Toth

Invite friends to see

Your Rating



clear rating

Critic Reviews


No recent reviews.

Comments


This board looks lonely. Be the first to talk about "House of Wax (1953)" !

Critic ratings and reviews powered by RottenTomatoes.com

Fresh (60% or more critics rated the movie positively)

Rotten (59% or fewer critics rated the movie positively)

More Like This


This list looks lonely.
Add a suggestion!

Facts


No facts approved yet. Be the first

House of Wax (195... : Watch Free on TV


House of Wax (1953) Trivia


  • What year did the first House of Wax come out?  Answer »
  • ***In 1953, What Was the First Full Length 3-D Movie***  Answer »
  • The film director Andre De Toth, who made House Of Wax (1953) in 3-D, only had one eye so he could not view his film in its 3-D format.  Answer »
  • 1953. This was the film that cemented Vincent in horror films forever. He plays sculptor Henry Jarrod, a man who is betrayed by his business partner. Jarrod's place is set on fire. He is alive but now insane.   Answer »

Movie Quizzes


No quizzes for House of Wax (1953). Want to create one?

Video Clips


No video clips yet. Want to upload one?

Meet Other Fans


Recent News


No recent headlines. Got one?

Recent Lists


No recent lists. Want to create one?

Most Popular Skin


No skins yet. Interested in creating one?