This is a collection of print media from other noteworthy 1940 films that played in the Pacific Northwest.

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The Human Monster (1939): This Edgar Wallace-based thriller only appeared to play in Seattle and only for two days. 


June 1, 1940 ad (Seattle)


The Human Monster trailer

The Mummy's Hand (1940) - Given second billing with comedies, this one didn't seem to make much of a splash in the PNW. And what's up with movies claiming to make sissies out of "Frankenstein?" I guess it's technically true but come on!


September 27, 1940 ad (Seattle)


September 28, 1940 ad (Seattle)


September 28, 1940 article


November 2, 1940 ad (Portland)


November 3, 1940 ad (Portland)


The Mummy's Hand trailer

You'll Find Out (1940) - While it wasn't really a horror film. it did have Boris Karloff, Peter Lorre, AND Bela Lugosi in it. This was notable as the only time Lorre and Lugosi were in a film together.


November 20, 1940 ad (Portland)


December 3, 1940 ad (Seattle)


December 4, 1940 ad (Seattle)

 


You'll Find Out trailer

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