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Carlos Villarías

Carlos Villarías (7 July 1892 – 27 April 1976) was a Spanish actor born in Córdoba who died in California, United States. He is best known for his title role in the Spanish-language version of Dracula (1931), costarring Barry Norton and Lupita Tovar. The film was shot at night on the same sets used for the English-language version, starring Bela Lugosi.

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Carlos Villarías

Mexican actress Lupita Tovar and Spanish actor Carlos Villarías in a publicity photo for the film Dracula (1931).

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Name
Carlos Villarías
Born
7 July 1892
Birthplace
Córdoba, Spain
Died
27 April 1976
Place of death
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation
Actor
Nationality
Spain.
Languages
Spanish.

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Carlos Villarías (7 July 1892 – 27 April 1976) was a Spanish actor born in Córdoba who died in California, United States. He is best known for his title role in the Spanish-language version of Dracula (1931), costarring Barry Norton and Lupita Tovar. The film was shot at night on the same sets used for the English-language version, starring Bela Lugosi.

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