TALES FROM THE CRYPT 1972 (VHS COVER) - Black Coffee Mug

Tales from the Crypt (1972 VHS Cover) "Tales from the Crypt" is a compilation of horror stories originally published as a series of comic books from 1950 to 2013, created by EC Comics. The title was later adapted into various media, including television and film. This particular reference refers to the cover art for the VHS release of the 1972 anthology horror film, also titled "Tales from the Crypt." The 1972 film is a British-American production directed by Freddie Francis, based on stories from the comic book series. It features an ensemble cast and tells seven separate tales all linked by an anthropomorphic cryptkeeper, voiced by Ralph Richardson, who serves as the framing device for each story. This VHS cover showcases a particular scene or image related to one of the film's stories, providing a glimpse into the dark, macabre world depicted in "Tales from the Crypt." The VHS format was a popular home video option during the 1980s and early 1990s before being largely replaced by DVDs.