When it comes to horror, it all comes down to classic movies. Universal Pictures is responsible for creating some of the most iconic monsters of all time. These monsters are known as Universal Monsters and they continue to be shown on TV and in movies to this day. Take a look at the Universal Monsters inspired tattoos 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 movie: “Dracula”
Film debut: 1931
Original actor: Bela Lugosi
Notable remake/sequel: “Bram Stoker’s Dracula” (1992)
Frankenstein’s monster
Created by: Mary Shelley
Original movie: “Frankenstein”
Film debut: 1931
Original actor: Boris Karloff
Notable remake/sequel: “Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein” (1994)
Bride of Frankenstein
Created by: Mary Shelley
Original movie: “Bride of Frankenstein”
Film debut: 1935
Original cast member: Elsa Lanchester
Notable remake/sequel: “The Bride” (1985)
The Mummy
Created by: Nina Wilcox Putnam and Richard Schayer
Original movie: “The Mummy”
Film debut: 1932
Original actor: Boris Karloff
Notable remake/sequel: “The Mummy” (1999)
The invisible Man
Created by: HG Wells
Original movie: “The Invisible Man”
Film debut: 1933
Original actor: Claude Rains
Notable remake/sequel: “The Invisible Man” (1920)
The werewolf
Created by: Curt Siodmak
Original movie: “The Wolf Man”
Film debut: 1941
Original Actor: Lon Chaney Jr.
Notable remake/sequel: “The Wolf Man” (2010)
The Phantom of the Opera
Black Lagoon Creature
Created by: Maurice Zimm
Original Movie: “Creature from the Black Lagoon”
Film debut: 1954
Original Actor: Ben Chapman
Notable remake/sequel: “Revenge of the Creature” (1955)
