Paul Naschy

Born: 1934-09-07

Birthplace: Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

Biography

Paul Naschy (born Jacinto Molina) was a Spanish movie actor, screenwriter, and director working primarily in horror films. His portrayals of numerous classic horror figures have earned him recognition as the Spanish Lon Chaney. He was also known as the Boris Karloff of Spain and he had one of the most recognizable faces in Spanish horror film.

Known For

El Cid
King of Kings
55 Days at Peking
The Apostle
The Traveller
Inquisition
The Werewolf Versus the Vampire Woman
Rottweiler
Dr. Jekyll and the Werewolf
Mystery on Monster Island

Top Movie Credits

El Cid Extra (uncredited)
King of Kings Herod Antipas' Servant/Roman Soldier (uncredited)
55 Days at Peking Extra (uncredited)
The Apostle Arcipreste (voice)