February 3rd, 2022

75 Classic Tattoos of the Universal Monsters

Who's your favorite Universal Monster?

When it comes to horror, it all goes back to the classic movies. Universal Pictures is responsible for creating some of the most iconic monsters of all time. These monsters are known as the Universal Monsters and they continue to be shown on television and film to this day. Take a look at tattoos inspired by Universal Monsters in the gallery below, then let us know your favorite Universal Monster from this list in the comments section on social media.

Dracula

Created By: Bram Stoker

Original Film: “Dracula”

Film Debut: 1931

Original Actor: Bela Lugosi

Notable Remake/Sequel: “Bram Stoker’s Dracula” (1992)

 

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Frankenstein’s Monster

Created By: Mary Shelley

Original Film: “Frankenstein”

Film Debut: 1931

Original Actor: Boris Karloff

Notable Remake/Sequel: “Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein” (1994)

 

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The Bride of Frankenstein

Created By: Mary Shelley

Original Film: “Bride of Frankenstein”

Film Debut: 1935

Original Actor: Elsa Lanchester

Notable Remake/Sequel: “The Bride” (1985)

 

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The Mummy

Created By: Nina Wilcox Putnam and Richard Schayer

Original Film: “The Mummy”

Film Debut: 1932

Original Actor: Boris Karloff

Notable Remake/Sequel: “The Mummy” (1999)

 

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The Invisible Man

Created By: H.G. Wells

Original Film: “The Invisible Man”

Film Debut: 1933

Original Actor: Claude Rains

Notable Remake/Sequel: “The Invisible Man” (1920)

 

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The Wolf Man

Created By: Curt Siodmak

Original Film: “The Wolf Man”

Film Debut: 1941

Original Actor: Lon Chaney Jr.

Notable Remake/Sequel: “The Wolf Man” (2010)

 

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Phantom of the Opera

 

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Creature From the Black Lagoon

Created By: Maurice Zimm

Original Film: “Creature From the Black Lagoon”

Film Debut: 1954

Original Actor: Ben Chapman

Notable Remake/Sequel: “Revenge of the Creature” (1955)

 

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