The Red Hand (1908): cast, story & where to watch
1908 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 1908, The Red Hand is a mystery film directed by Henri Burguet.
What it’s about. Who killed this man to rob him of his money in this notorious neighborhood of Paris? The usual local scoundrel such as the one that has almost been lynched by the mob and arrested by the police? Not at all. In fact the poor man is innocent, even though appearances are deceiving. The real culprit is a respectably-looking man who, to divert suspicion, has put some blood of his victim on his fingers and some of the stolen money in his pockets while he was asleep.
Who’s in it. The Red Hand stars Mistinguett, Max Dearly, Gaston Séverin and Henri Étiévant, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Red Hand sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Red Hand page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Red Hand tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Red Hand (1908)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Red Hand change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Red Hand worth watching?
- The Red Hand holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Red Hand?
- The Red Hand stars Mistinguett, Max Dearly, Gaston Séverin, Henri Étiévant and Albert Dieudonné.
- When was The Red Hand released?
- The Red Hand was released in 1908.