Mr. Sardonicus

A search for a winning lottery ticket in his dead father's grave causes Sardonicus' face to freeze in a horrible grimace...
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Mr. Sardonicus



A search for a winning lottery ticket in his dead father's grave causes Sardonicus' face to freeze in a horrible grimace, until he forces a doctor to treat his affliction--with even more grotesque results! The audience gets an opportunity to vote--via the "Punishment Poll"--for the penalty Sardonicus must pay for his deeds... Written by M.E. Nelson





Sir Robert Cargrave is an eminent surgeon who has developed a new technique for muscle relaxation. He is su! mmoned by his one-time love, Maude, who is now married to Baron Sardonicus. When he arrives, he finds villagers who live in fear. The Baron is strange man, not the least because he covers his face with a mask. Eventually, he tells Sir Robert the story of how he acquired his current affliction - his face is is frozen and hideously disfigured. Despite Sir Robert's best efforts, he can't return his face to normal. The Baron however forces him to keep trying, threatening to harm Maude if he refuses. Written by garykmcd

Genres: Drama Horror Mystery

Release year: 1961