ABSTRACT. From the classic to the modern theatre repertory, from cinematographically impersonating famous fictional characters such as mad scientists (Victor Frankenstein), implacable vampire hunters (Abraham Van Helsing) or unbeatable detectives (Sherlock Holmes), there was only one British actor, the inimitable Peter Cushing. pp. 98–113

Keywords: Peter Cushing; Christopher Lee; Victor Frankenstein; Abraham Van Helsing; Dracula; Sherlock Holmes; monster-maker; vampire hunter; deranged and mad film characters