Michael Carreras - Actor Profile

Michael Carreras

Production
Updated: May 10, 2026
2Total Films
6.9 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 21, 1927
Birth Place: Wandsworth, London, England, UK

About Michael Carreras

Michael Henry Carreras (21 December 1927 – 19 April 1994) was a British film producer and director. He was known for his association with Hammer Films, being the son of founder James Carreras, and taking an executive role in the company during its most successful years. As producer, he worked on The Curse of Frankenstein (1957), Dracula (1958) and The Curse of the Werewolf (1960) and She (1965) among over sixty other films. He also wrote a smaller number of screenplays. He later turned to directing, with The Savage Guns / Tierra brutal (1961), Maniac (1963), The Curse of the Mummy's Tomb (1964), Slave Girls (1967), The Lost Continent (1968) and Shatter (1975) among others. In 1971, he took over directing Blood from the Mummy's Tomb after director Seth Holt died partway through filming. Carreras died from cancer in London on 19 April 1994.

Michael Carreras Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Michael Carreras reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 2 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Michael Carreras's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Michael Carreras's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains A Century of Science Fiction, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Michael Carreras Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Michael Carreras's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Michael Carreras has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1996 A Century of Science Fiction Self Hit Similar →
1987 Hammer: The Studio That Dripped Blood Self (archive footage) Average Similar →

Michael Carreras - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michael Carreras?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Carreras is "A Century of Science Fiction" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has Michael Carreras acted in?

Michael Carreras has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

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