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, Das Schweigen der Lämmer, Shining and Alien - Das unheimliche Wesen aus einer fremden Welt.
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.