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Release Year1924
Runtime1h 38m
LanguageNo Language
CertificationNR
GenresHorror, Thriller, Mystery
Votes116
DirectorRobert Wiene
WritersLouis Nerz
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.9 out of 10
Cast7 credited
Also Known AsThe Hands of Orlac
About The Hands of Orlac
A world-famous pianist loses both hands in an accident. When new hands are grafted on, he is horrified to learn they once belonged to a murderer.
Directed by Robert Wiene, The Hands of Orlac leans on a strong ensemble — Conrad Veidt, Alexandra Sorina, Fritz Strassny — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about horror titles of 1924.
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