The Sphinx
“What was the sinister secret of the man who could speak only with his eyes?”
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
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Lionel Atwill
Jerome Breen
Sheila Terry
Jerry Crane
Theodore Newton
Jack Burton
Paul Hurst
Detective Terrence Aloysius Hogan
Luis Alberni
Luigi Baccigalupi
Robert Ellis
Inspector James Riley
Lucien Prival
Jenks, the Butler
Lillian Leighton
Mother Werner
Paul Fix
Dave Werner
George 'Gabby' Hayes
Detective Casey
Theodore Lorch
Dr. Augustus Kelton
Wilfred Lucas
Prosecuting Attorney
Hooper Atchley
Oliver P. Curran
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 1, 1933
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Phil Rosen
- Screenplay & Story
- Albert DeMond
- Original Title
- The Sphinx
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- Monogram Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Phil Rosen
Albert DeMond
Gilbert Warrenton
Doane Harrison
Albert S. Rogell
Department Leadership Roster
Phil Rosen
Director
Albert S. Rogell
Producer
Albert DeMond
Writer
Doane Harrison
Editor
Gilbert Warrenton
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sphinx
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Sphinx 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 directed The Sphinx?
The Sphinx was directed by Phil Rosen.
Who stars in The Sphinx?
The principal cast of The Sphinx includes Lionel Atwill, Sheila Terry, Theodore Newton, Paul Hurst, Luis Alberni.
When was The Sphinx released and how long is it?
The Sphinx was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Sphinx?
The Sphinx holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).