The Sphinx
"What was the sinister secret of the man who could speak only with his eyes?"
Originally released in 1933. The Sphinx is a thriller/mystery film. directed by Phil Rosen. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lionel Atwill, Sheila Terry, and Theodore Newton
Synopsis
A man known to be a mute is suspected of committing a murder, as he was noticed at the scene. However, witnesses saw and heard him talking as he was leaving the scene of the crime. The police must determine if he is the actual killer or if he is being framed.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 1, 1933
92 years ago
Runtime
1h 4m
64 minutes total
User Rating
4.6/10
Mixed (15 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lionel Atwill
as Jerome Breen
Sheila Terry
as Jerry Crane
Theodore Newton
as Jack Burton
Paul Hurst
as Detective Terrence Aloysius Hogan
Luis Alberni
as Luigi Baccigalupi
Robert Ellis
as Inspector James Riley
Lucien Prival
as Jenks, the Butler
Lillian Leighton
as Mother Werner
Paul Fix
as Dave Werner
George 'Gabby' Hayes
as Detective Casey
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Monogram Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sphinx about?
A man known to be a mute is suspected of committing a murder, as he was noticed at the scene. However, witnesses saw and heard him talking as he was leaving the scene of the crime. The police must ...
Who directed The Sphinx?
The Sphinx was directed by Phil Rosen.
How long is The Sphinx?
The Sphinx has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).
When was The Sphinx released?
The Sphinx was released on June 1, 1933 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sphinx?
The main cast of The Sphinx includes Lionel Atwill, Sheila Terry, Theodore Newton, Paul Hurst, Luis Alberni.