Biography (Television program : 1987- ). Bela Lugosi

"An instant star for his portrayal of Count Dracula, Bela Lugosi is almost as well known for his work with director Ed Wood. His battle with substance abuse, his broken marriages and his erratic career are all part of the story of one of America's best known horror film stars."@en
""His classic portrayal of Count Dracula made him an instant star. Yet today he is equally famous for his work with the legendary schlock director Ed Wood in such disasters as Glen or Glenda and Plan 9 from outer space. His fear of typecasting led him to turn down the role of Frankenstein, yet he went on to make classic monster movies alongside that film's star, Boris Karloff. His personal life was a tumultuous as his career, marked by difficult marriages and a lifelong battle with drug addiction. Biography traces this legendary actors remarkable life through rare photographs, film clips and outtakes, and interviews with family members and co-stars in Bela Lugosi: Hollywood's dark prince"--Cassette box."@en