The Testament of Dr. Mabuse
1933, German. Directed by Fritz Lang.
Madman? Monster? Murderer? Scientist?
After a detective is assaulted by thugs and placed in an asylum run by Professor Baum, he observes the professor's preoccupation with another patient, the criminal genius Dr. Mabuse the hypnotist. When Mabuse's notes are found to be connected with a rash of recent crimes, Commissioner Lohmann must determine how Mabuse is communicating with the criminals, despite conflicting reports on the doctor's whereabouts, and capture him for good.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
- NR
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The Testament of Dr. Mabuse is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India.
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Details
- Released
- 21 April 1933
- Original title
- Das Testament des Dr. Mabuse
- Country
- Germany, France
- Written by
- Thea von Harbou, Fritz Lang
- Box office
- $28K
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The Testament of Dr. Mabuse: quick answers
What should I watch before The Testament of Dr. Mabuse?
Watch Dr. Mabuse, the Gambler (1922) first.
What comes after The Testament of Dr. Mabuse?
Next in the series: The Thousand Eyes of Dr. Mabuse (1960), The Return of Dr. Mabuse (1961), and The Invisible Dr. Mabuse (1962).
Is The Testament of Dr. Mabuse worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 302 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Testament of Dr. Mabuse?
The Testament of Dr. Mabuse runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does The Testament of Dr. Mabuse have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Testament of Dr. Mabuse. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Testament of Dr. Mabuse parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Testament of Dr. Mabuse is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Testament of Dr. Mabuse on?
The Testament of Dr. Mabuse is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Testament of Dr. Mabuse?
If you liked The Testament of Dr. Mabuse, try Blue Velvet, All the Devils Are Here, Cleaner.
Who directed The Testament of Dr. Mabuse?
The Testament of Dr. Mabuse (1933) was directed by Fritz Lang and stars Rudolf Klein-Rogge, Oscar Beregi Sr., Camilla Spira.