The Sphinx (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1933, The Sphinx is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Phil Rosen, running about 64 minutes. “What was the sinister secret of the man who could speak only with his eyes?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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 determine if he is the actual killer or if he is being framed.
Who’s in it. The Sphinx stars Lionel Atwill as Jerome Breen, Sheila Terry as Jerry Crane, Theodore Newton as Jack Burton and Paul Hurst as Detective Terrence Aloysius Hogan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, The Sphinx has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and MGM Plus and rent or buy it from FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sphinx page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sphinx tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sphinx (1933)?
- In US, The Sphinx is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, MGM+ Amazon Channel and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, and rent or buy from FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Sphinx worth watching?
- The Sphinx holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sphinx?
- The Sphinx stars Lionel Atwill, Sheila Terry, Theodore Newton, Paul Hurst and Luis Alberni.
- When was The Sphinx released?
- The Sphinx was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.