Question 1

Why did the opening credits of this black-and-white film feature blood-red letters?

Accepted Answer

For the first time in Rialto's Edgar Wallace series, this black-and-white film had colored opening credits with blood-red letters on a b/w background, a tradition kept in future films.

Question 2

Which director became the most prolific of the Edgar Wallace series with this film?

Accepted Answer

Alfred Vohrer directed this film, his first in the Edgar Wallace series. He would go on to direct 13 more, becoming the most prolific director of the series.

Question 3

Who played the frightening villain 'Blind Jack' in Dead Eyes of London?

Accepted Answer

Former professional wrestler Ady Berber played 'Blind Jack'. He was known off camera as a very friendly man despite his frightening role.

Question 4

What delayed the US release of this German krimi until 1965?

Accepted Answer

This 1961 German krimi was not released in the United States until 1965, when it was acquired by Magna Pictures and released in an English dubbed version on a double feature with an Italian horror film.

Question 5

Who was originally attached to direct before Alfred Vohrer took over?

Accepted Answer

Harald Reinl was initially attached to direct, but he was still busy with The Return of Dr. Mabuse (1961), so producer Horst Wendlandt offered the job to his friend Alfred Vohrer.

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