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Häxan

Häxan

Grave robbing, torture, possessed nuns, and a satanic Sabbath: Benjamin Christensen's legendary film uses a series of dramatic vignettes to explore the scientific hypothesis that the witches of the Middle Ages suffered the same hysteria as turn-of-the-century psychiatric patients. But the film itself is far from serious-- instead it's a witches' brew of the scary, gross, and darkly humorous.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Häxan
  • Genres: Documentary, Horror, History
  • Release Date: 1922-09-18
  • Runtime: 105 minutes
  • Rating: 7.607/10 (391 votes)
  • Budget: $220,000
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Aljosha Production Company, SF Studios
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.8676
  • Languages: No Language

Cast & Crew

Benjamin Christensen

Benjamin Christensen

as Devil

Ella La Cour

Ella La Cour

as Karna, Sorceress

Emmy Schønfeld

Emmy Schønfeld

as Karna's Assistant

Kate Fabian

Kate Fabian

as Old Maid

Oscar Stribolt

Oscar Stribolt

as Fat Monk

Wilhelmine Henriksen

Wilhelmine Henriksen

as Apelone, a Poor Old Woman

Elisabeth Christensen

Elisabeth Christensen

as Anna's Mother

Astrid Holm

Astrid Holm

as Anna

Karen Winther

Karen Winther

as Anna's Sister

Maren Pedersen

Maren Pedersen

as Maria the Weaver, a Witch

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Streaming Review: Haxan: Witchcraft through the ages.

[4K, 60 fps, colorized] (1922) Häxan: Witchcraft Through the Ages

Mark Kermode reviews Häxan (1922) | BFI Player

TCM Comments on Haxan: Witchcraft Through the Ages (1922)

Häxan: Witchcraft Through the Ages (1968)

External Links

Keywords

witchsuperstitioninsanitymysticsorceryhysteriasatantorturedevildemonwitchcraftmental illnessmiddle ages (476-1453)silent filmsatanic rituallove potionspellcastingburned at the stakefolk horroraccusationnervous disorder

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Häxan?

Häxan is a Documentary, Horror, History movie directed by . It was released on 1922-09-18.

Who are the main actors in Häxan?

The main cast includes Benjamin Christensen, Ella La Cour, Emmy Schønfeld, Kate Fabian, Oscar Stribolt, .

Where can I watch Häxan online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Häxan is available.

Is Häxan based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Häxan?

Häxan has an IMDb rating of 7.607/10 based on 391 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Häxan?

The movie had a production budget of $220,000 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Häxan?

The soundtrack was composed by Aljosha Production Company, SF Studios. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Häxan filmed?

Häxan was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Häxan?

The total runtime of Häxan is 105 minutes.

Is Häxan suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Häxan?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Häxan.

Does Häxan have a post-credit scene?

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