The Mysterious X (1914): cast, story & where to watch
1914 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1914, The Mysterious X is a drama and mystery film directed by Benjamin Christensen, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Not long before marine officer van Hauen goes off to war and heavy-heartedly leaves his family, he coincidentally discovers that his wife has a secret liaison with the dubious Count Spinelli. What the van Hauens do not yet know, is that the sleazy Spinelli has a hidden agenda. (stumfilm.dk)
Who’s in it. The Mysterious X stars Benjamin Christensen as Lieutenant van Hauen, Karen Caspersen as Lieutenant van Hauen's wife, Fritz Lamprecht as Rear Admiral van Hauen and Amanda Lund as Old Jane, nurse, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Mysterious X 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 The Mysterious X page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mysterious X tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mysterious X (1914)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mysterious X change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mysterious X worth watching?
- The Mysterious X holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mysterious X?
- The Mysterious X stars Benjamin Christensen, Karen Caspersen, Fritz Lamprecht, Amanda Lund and Hermann Spiro.
- When was The Mysterious X released?
- The Mysterious X was released in 1914, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.