The X-Ray Fiend (1897) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

1897 · Film · ★ 5.5

The X-Ray Fiend poster

Released in 1897, The X-Ray Fiend is a comédie and horreur film directed by George Albert Smith, running about 1 minutes.

What it’s about. A romantic couple are transformed into skeletons via X-Rays. The film combines two very recent innovations: Wilhelm Roentgen's discovery of X-rays in 1895, and Georges Méliès' accidental realisation of the special-effects potential of the jump-cut in 1896.

Who’s in it. The X-Ray Fiend stars Laura Bayley as Woman and Tom Green as Professor.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The X-Ray Fiend 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 X-Ray Fiend page.

If you liked it. Fans of The X-Ray Fiend tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, La vie est belle and Fight Club.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch The X-Ray Fiend (1897)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The X-Ray Fiend change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The X-Ray Fiend worth watching?
The X-Ray Fiend holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comédie and horreur. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The X-Ray Fiend?
The X-Ray Fiend stars Laura Bayley and Tom Green.
When was The X-Ray Fiend released?
The X-Ray Fiend was released in 1897, with a runtime of about 1 minutes.