Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street (1939)
Brownbeards, Blackbeards, Redbeards. He Polished Them All Off!
Storyline
It is England in the 1830s. London's dockside is teeming with ships and sailors who have made their fortune in foreign lands. Sweeney Todd, a Fleet Street barber, awaits the arrival of men whose first port of call is for a good, close shave. For most it will be the last time they are seen alive. Using a specially designed barber's chair, Sweeney Todd despatches his victims to the cellar below, where he robs them of their new found fortunes and chops their remains into small pieces. Meanwhile, Mrs Lovett is enjoying a roaring trade for her popular penny meat pies.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street |
|---|---|
| Release date | Sep 29, 1939 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | murder, london, england, 19th century, barbershop, barber |
FAQ
What is Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street about?
It is England in the 1830s. London's dockside is teeming with ships and sailors who have made their fortune in foreign lands. Sweeney Todd, a Fleet Street barber, awaits the arrival of men whose first port of call is for a good, close shave. For most it will be the last time they are seen alive. Using a specially designed barber's chair, Sweeney Todd despatches his victims to the cellar below, where he robs them of their new found fortunes and chops their remains into small pieces. Meanwhile, Mrs Lovett is enjoying a roaring trade for her popular penny meat pies.
When was Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street released?
Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street was released on Sep 29, 1939 (status: Released).
Who directed Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street?
George King directed Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
What is the TMDB rating of Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street?
Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street has a TMDB rating of 5.7/10 from 51 votes.