Universal Terror Blu-ray Movie

Rating summary

Movie		3.0
Video		3.5
Audio		3.5
Extras		2.5
Overall		3.0

Universal Terror Blu-ray Movie Review

Reviewed by Jeffrey Kauffman September 15, 2022

Universal rightly or wrongly is often considered to be the studio when it comes to horror films, at least during the so-called Golden Era of Hollywood (we can discuss Hammer and other Johnny-Come-Lately studios at another time). The title Universal Terror and a cover emblazoned with the name Karloff in even bigger letters may of course (appropriately, to utilize a term associated with being raised from the dead) resurrect memories of such classics as Frankenstein and/or The Mummy, but the three films Eureka! Entertainment has released under its Eureka Classics imprint are considerably less remembered than either of those iconic landmarks, which is not to suggest this trio of films doesn't offer its own spooky pleasures at times. These three films received prior releases in Region A courtesy of Shout! Factory (evidently licensing requires an exclamation point in the distributor's name), and while the video and audio presentations are similar, these sport different supplements.

For reviews of the three films in this set, please click on the following links:

Night Key Blu-ray review

The Climax Blu-ray review

The Black Castle Blu-ray review

Universal Terror Blu-ray Movie, Video Quality 

Video quality of each film is assessed in the above linked review.

Universal Terror Blu-ray Movie, Audio Quality 

Audio quality of each film is assessed in the above linked reviews.

Universal Terror Blu-ray Movie, Special Features and Extras 

Supplements accompanying each film are detailed in the above linked reviews. Additionally, while Eureka! only sent check discs for purposes of these reviews, their press sheet mentions the first 2000 copies will feature a limited edition O-Card slipcase and collector's booklet.

Universal Terror Blu-ray Movie, Overall Score and Recommendation 

Genre fans and/or Karloff aficionados may find this a very appealing set, even if none of the films has ever attained truly legendary status. Technical merits are generally solid and the on disc commentaries are all interesting and informative, for anyone who may be considering making a purchase.