Eureka Entertainment proudly announces TERROR IN THE FOG: THE WALLACE KRIMI AT CCC, a four-disc Blu-ray box set featuring five suspense-filled crime thrillers from legendary producer Artur Brauner, adapted from the writings of Edgar Wallace and Bryan Edgar Wallace. Available on May 27, 2025, in North America, the limited edition set includes an exclusive hardbound slipcase and 60-page collector’s book.
In the 1960s, the krimi genre—a unique blend of mystery, thriller, and horror—captivated West German audiences. These films showcased shadowy killers haunting fog-drenched English landscapes, combining eerie suspense with gothic atmosphere and inspiring cinematic movements from Italian giallo films to American slashers.
Featured Films in the Set:
- The Curse of the Yellow Snake (1963)
A sinister cult seeks a powerful artifact smuggled from Hong Kong to London, igniting intrigue and murder. - The Strangler of Blackmoor Castle (1963)
An elusive murderer stalks victims in an expansive British estate, branding each one with the mysterious letter “M.” - The Mad Executioners (1963)
London is terrorized by hooded vigilantes dispensing brutal justice, even as a separate serial killer preys on the innocent. - The Monster of London City (1964)
Jack the Ripper’s legacy resurfaces in a wave of brutal killings spreading fear throughout London. - The Racetrack Murders (The Seventh Victim) (1964)
A luxurious manor becomes the setting for suspicious deaths, all seemingly tied to a prized racehorse.
Terror in the Fog Limited Edition Special Features Include:
- Limited Edition of 2000 copies
- Exclusive hardbound slipcase featuring original artwork by Poochamin
- 60-page collector’s book with:
- An introduction to the Wallace krimi phenomenon by film historian Howard Hughes
- Essays on Edgar and Bryan Edgar Wallace by crime fiction expert Barry Forshaw
- Detailed film notes by Holger Haase, co-editor of Krimi! Magazine
- All five films in 1080p HD from new 2K restorations by CCC Film
- Bonus Film: The Phantom of Soho (1964, presented in SD)
- Newly revised optional English subtitles
- Optional English dubs for selected films
- New Introductions by Tim Lucas (Video Watchdog founder) for each film
- New Audio Commentaries featuring genre experts:
- Kim Newman and Barry Forshaw (The Curse of the Yellow Snake, The Phantom of Soho)
- Kevin Lyons and Jonathan Rigby (The Strangler of Blackmoor Castle, The Mad Executioners, The Racetrack Murders)
- Kim Newman and Stephen Jones (The Monster of London City)
- Bryan Edgar Wallace: An Era – Interview with Alice Brauner, producer and daughter of Artur Brauner
- Passing the Blade – New video essay by Alexandra Heller-Nicholas on krimi’s influence on giallo and slasher films
Note: All special features are subject to change.
Available on Blu-ray May 27, 2025
Pre-order your copy to explore the influential crime-thrillers of the Wallace krimi cycle, brought vividly back to life by Eureka Entertainment’s acclaimed Masters of Cinema Series.
