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The Abominable Snowman of the Himalayas

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British scientist John Rollason (Peter Cushing) is studying plants in the Himalayas with his wife (Maureen Connell) while he waits for his American associate, Tom Friend (Forrest Tucker). When Friend arrives, Rollason accompanies him on a trip to find the mysterious creature Yeti, along with Friend's partner (Robert Brown) and a guide (Michael Brill) who claims he can find the beast. The group proceeds despite warnings. However, the trip quickly becomes more dangerous than they had anticipated.

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Jennie Kermode Eye for Film Sep 2, 2026
3.5/5
Altogether a complex and thoughtful film, The Abominable Snowman still packs in a fair few thrills and a sense of dread which is rare in present day horror. It’s a superior example of Fifties genre work, and worthy of a fresh appraisal. Go to Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews Jan 5, 2009
B-
I thought the adventure film was only passable when it should have been more exciting. Go to Full Review Mark R. Leeper rec.arts.movies.reviews Nov 4, 2004
3/5
Robert Roten Laramie Movie Scope Jan 1, 2001
3/5
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Audience Reviews

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B P @Bradster69 Sep 6, 2026 Not Bad, but Not My Favorite See more Abro A @Ozuuu Jul 19, 2026 Great monster flick. Has a slowburn atmosphere, but that's what makes it so good. See more Lao M @bowserlord Jul 7, 2026 Fantastic movie. Has great elements. Underrated as heck See more Lou A @thehoundsinthe Jul 7, 2026 Great film! I enjoyed it thoroughly! See more Fumi A @Lordoflords Jul 7, 2026 Underated as heck movie. Hammer's best in my view See more Bigbossbalrog T @Jigokju Jul 7, 2026 Fantastic monkey movie! Loved me some Yeti flicks! See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Val Guest

Director

Forrest Tucker

Tom Friend

Peter Cushing

Dr. John Rollason

Maureen Connell

Helen Rollason

Richard Wattis

Peter Fox

Robert Brown

Ed Shelley
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Movie Info

Synopsis British scientist John Rollason (Peter Cushing) is studying plants in the Himalayas with his wife (Maureen Connell) while he waits for his American associate, Tom Friend (Forrest Tucker). When Friend arrives, Rollason accompanies him on a trip to find the mysterious creature Yeti, along with Friend's partner (Robert Brown) and a guide (Michael Brill) who claims he can find the beast. The group proceeds despite warnings. However, the trip quickly becomes more dangerous than they had anticipated.
Director
Val Guest
Producer
Aubrey Baring
Screenwriter
Nigel Kneale
Production Co
Hammer Films
Genre
Horror
Original Language
British English
Runtime
1h 25m
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