Homunculus (1916): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1916 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1916, Homunculus is a horror and science-fiction film directed by Otto Rippert, running about 69 minutes. “The Perfect Man… Without Soul!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Part of the artificial-creature series encompassing Der Golem (1914 and 1920), Alraune (1918, 1928, 1930) and Metropolis (1926), 'Homunculus' was the most popular serial in Germany during World War I even influencing the dress of fashionable Berlin. Foenss, a Danish star, is the perfect creature manufactured in a laboratory by Kuehne. Having discovered his origins, that he has no 'soul' and is incapable of love, he revenges himself on mankind, instigating revolutions and becoming a monstrous but beautiful tyrant, relentlessly pursued by his creator-father who seeks to rectify his mistake.
Who’s in it. Homunculus stars Fern Andra as o. A., Josef Bunzl as o. A., Maria Carmi as o. A. and Aud Egede-Nissen as o. A., among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Homunculus has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Homunculus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Homunculus tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch Homunculus (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Homunculus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Homunculus worth watching?
- Homunculus holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science-fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Homunculus?
- Homunculus stars Fern Andra, Josef Bunzl, Maria Carmi, Aud Egede-Nissen and Lia Borré.
- When was Homunculus released?
- Homunculus was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.