This classic horror feature stars Lon Chaney in the title role as the tragic disfigured Erik, who haunts the corridors and cellars in the decaying depths of the Paris Opera House. He befriends and secretly coaches a beautiful aspiring understudy named Christine (Mary Philbin), who covets the lead role. Through an ever-building campaign of terror, the Phantom drives the lead Soprano to flee her role, allowing his protege to take her place. Convinced that she will now return his love in spite of his disfigurement, he persuades her to join him in his subterranean lair, where he plans to confess his true feelings.
Starring:
Lon Chaney as Erik, The Phantom
Mary Philbin as Christine Daaé
Norman Kerry as Vicomte Raoul de Chagny
Arthur Edmund Carewe as The Persian (credited as Ledoux)
Gibson Gowland as Simon Buquet
John St. Polis as Comte Philippe de Chagny
Snitz Edwards as Florine Papillon
Mary Fabian as Carlotta (1930 redux)
Virginia Pearson as Carlotta/Carlotta's mother (1930 redux)
Studio: Universal Studios
Filmed: 1925 - Released: 1925
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