Häxan 1922
“But isn’t superstition still rampant among us?”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Director
- Benjamin Christensen
- Networks
- Aljosha Production Company, SF Studios
- Where to Stream
- HBO Max Amazon Channel, Brew, GuideDoc
What is Häxan?
Topic: Film "Häxan" (1922). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1922
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 18, 1922
- Original language
- SV
- Origin
- Sweden
- Studios
- Aljosha Production Company, SF Studios
- Budget
- $220,000
- Genres
- Documentary, Horror, History
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.6/10 from 464 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~105 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Aljosha Production Company, SF Studios
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Title: Häxan (Swedish: Häxan, Danish: Heksen, English: The Witches).
US Release Title (1968): Witchcraft Through the Ages.
Year: 1922.
Director/Writer: Benjamin Christensen.
Genre: Silent horror essay film, documentary, history.
Nationality: Swedish-Danish.
Runtime: 1h 45m.
US Release Date: 05/27/1929.
Content/Themes: Grave robbing, torture, possessed nuns, a satanic Sabbath, dramatic vignettes.
Hypothesis: Explores the scientific hypothesis that Middle Ages witches suffered the same hysteria as turn-of-the-century psychiatric patients.
Tone: A mix of scary, gross, and darkly humorous; far from serious.
Cinematography (Source 5): Johan Ankerstjerne.
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“A gripping exploration of documentary and horror that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Häxan is currently available to watch or stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Brew, GuideDoc, Eternal Family. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.
Is Häxan worth watching?
Häxan holds a community rating of 7.6/10 based on 464 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary, Horror for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Häxan and when was it released?
Häxan is a feature film with a runtime of 105 minutes. It was released in 1922. Release status: Released.
Who directed Häxan?
Häxan was directed by Benjamin Christensen.
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