The Curse of King Tut’s Tomb (1980) | Merits of Sin | Region-Free (DVD)

Title: The Curse of King Tut’s Tomb (1980)

Genre: Adventure, Drama, Horror

Plot Synopsis:

After discovering the tomb of the boy king Tutankhamun, archaeologist Howard Carter becomes the subject of intense media scrutiny and suspicion. As the excavation continues, a string of mysterious deaths plague those involved, fueling rumors of a deadly curse placed upon the tomb. Amid growing tension and fear, Carter must battle both human greed and supernatural forces to uncover the truth buried beneath the sands of Egypt.

Cast and Crew:

• Director: Philip Leacock

• Writers: Barry Wynne, Gerald Green

• Cast:

  • Eva Marie Saint as Sarah Morrissey

  • Raymond Burr as Jonash Sebastian

  • Tom Baker as Hassan

  • Robin Ellis as Howard Carter

  • Harry Andrews as Sir Laurence

IMDb Link: The Curse of King Tut’s Tomb (1980) 

Reviews from Letterboxd:

1. curtvilela – ★★★
   “It’s slow, but atmospheric enough to keep you in it. Tom Baker is charming as always, even in a minor role.”

2. majortom – ★★½
   “Dated and a bit dry, but the sets and costumes are solid. Enjoyable if you like vintage TV horror.”

3. BenShooter – ★★★½
   “A nice relic of TV movies with a spooky flair. Doesn’t go full horror but hints at it just enough.”

4. ToastedHam – ★★
   “Expected more thrills. Felt more like a historical docudrama than an actual horror film.”

5. Dr_Cryptid – ★★★
   “Pretty fun if you’re into mummy curses and 80s TV pacing. Ray Burr hams it up well.”

Meta Description:
Unearth the mystery in The Curse of King Tut’s Tomb (1980), a classic TV movie blending archaeological intrigue with supernatural horror. Featuring Tom Baker and Raymond Burr, this atmospheric thriller explores the chilling legend of the boy king’s deadly curse.