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The Hands of Orlac

★ 6.9 1924 98 min NR HorrorThrillerMystery

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.

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The Hands of Orlac in its release era

Released in 1924, The Hands of Orlac sits inside the 1920s catalog. Explore its creators, studio connections, genres and nearby releases from the same period.

Release
1924-09-24
Rating
NR
TMDB score
6.9/10
Original language
DE
Status
Released
Production
Austria
Studio
Pan-Film KG Wien

People behind the title

DirectorRobert WieneWriterLouis NerzCastConrad VeidtCastAlexandra SorinaCastFritz StrassnyCastPaul AskonasCastCarmen Cartellieri

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