William Castle Adventures Collection - DVD

Two-disc set includes Serpent Of The Nile (1953)In the wake of Caesar's assassination, Cleopatra (Rhonda Fleming) sought to seduce Roman general Mark Antony (Raymond Burr) into ensuring that her son Ptolemy XV would be installed as Emperor. Can determined consul Lucilius (William Lundigan) remind him of his ultimate loyalties to Rome? Colorful historical effort from producer Sam Katzman and director William Castle, shot on leftover sets from InchSalome,Inch also stars Jean Byron, Michael Ansara, and a gold-painted Julie Newmar. 81 min. C/Rtg NR The Saracen Blade (1954)In Crusades-era Italy, Pietro Donati (Ricardo Montalban) had grown to manhood under the yoke of Count Alesandro Siniscola (Michael Ansara)-who'd had his father slain for leading a peasant revolt. After the noble's bloodthirst claims Pietro's guardian as well, he vows to make his family pay... but can he deal with his affections for Siniscola's daughter (Betta St. John)? Sam Katzman/William Castle take on the Frank Yerby historical adventure c-stars Carolyn Jones, Rick Jason. 76 min. C/Rtg NR Charge of the Lancers (1954)During the Crimean War, allied officers Evoir (Jean-Pierre Aumont) and Lindsey (Richard Wyler) were dispatched to ensure the protection of a cannon powerful enough to change the conflict's course. When Lindsey falls into the hands of the Russians, can Evoir effect his rescue-or escape the distraction offered by a beautiful Romani (Paulette Goddard)? Riveting historical actioner courtesy of producer Sam Katzman and director William Castle co-stars Karin Booth, Lester Matthews. 73 min. C/Rtg NR The Iron Glove (1954)Eighteenth-century Irish adventurer Charles Wogan (Robert Stack) was ready to offer his sword arm to lifelong friend Prince James Stuart (Richard Wyler) in his bid to reclaim Britain's throne for his line. Will it be enough to thwart the multiple assassination attempts levied