Waxworks
1924, German. Directed by Leo Birinski & Paul Leni.
A poet is hired by the owner of a wax museum in a circus to write tales about Harun al Raschid, Ivan the Terrible and Jack the Ripper. While writing, the poet and the daughter of the owner, Eva, fantasize the fantastic stories and fall in love for each other.
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 73 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Waxworks isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
- Leo BirinskiDirector
- Paul LeniDirector
- Emil JanningsHarun al Raschid
- Conrad VeidtIvan the Terrible
- William DieterleThe Poet / Assad the Baker / Russian Prince
- Werner KraussJack the Ripper / Spring-Heeled Jack
- Olga BelajeffEva-Maimune-Eine Bojarin
- John GottowtOwner of the Waxworks
- Georg JohnOwner of the Panoptikums
- Ernst LegalPoison-Maker of the Czar
- Paul BiensfeldtGrand Vizier
Details
- Released
- 13 November 1924
- Original title
- Das Wachsfigurenkabinett
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Henrik Galeen
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Waxworks: quick answers
Is Waxworks worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 73 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Waxworks?
Waxworks runs 83 minutes (1h 23m).
Does Waxworks have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Waxworks. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Waxworks parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Waxworks is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Waxworks on?
Waxworks isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Waxworks?
If you liked Waxworks, try Tourist Trap, Begotten, The Devil Conspiracy.
Who directed Waxworks?
Waxworks (1924) was directed by Leo Birinski and Paul Leni and stars Emil Jannings, Conrad Veidt, William Dieterle.