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69% Critic Match
The Hands of Orlac
6.9 / 10• 1924• 1h 38m•NR• German
HorrorThrillerMystery
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Conrad Veidt
Paul Orlac
Lead
Alexandra Sorina
Yvonne Orlac
Fritz Strassny
Vater Orlac
PA
Paul Askonas
Diener
Carmen Cartellieri
Regine
HH
Hans Homma
Dr. Serral
Fritz Kortner
Nera
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Robert Wiene's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Hands of Orlac is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
