The Invisible Man

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The Invisible Man

Released Nov 13, 1933

1h 11m

Sci-Fi

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While researching a new drug, Dr. Jack Griffin (Claude Rains) stumbles on a potion that can make him invisible. When he reveals his new ability to his old mentor (Henry Travers) and his fiancée (Gloria Stuart), it's clear that a side effect of the potion is insanity. Jack goes on a violent rampage, and the police struggle to hunt him down, unable to see their target, while his mentor and his former partner (William Harrigan) desperately try to devise a plan to capture him.

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Critics Consensus

James Whale's classic The Invisible Man features still-sharp special effects, loads of tension, a goofy sense of humor, and a memorable debut from Claude Rains.

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Times (UK) Staff

The Times (UK)

Mr. Wells's original idea had the element of humour as well as stark terror in it; in the film the humour misses all its glorious opportunities and the terror is robbed.

Oct 8, 2020

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SMH Staff

Sydney Morning Herald

Under the supervision of James Whale, the director of "Frankenstein" and "The Old Dark House" the doings of the Invisible Man have been set forth with extraordinary realism.

Oct 8, 2020

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Age Staff

The Age (Australia)

A marvel of film technique.

Oct 8, 2020

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Sean Axmaker

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It’s slow going even at 71 minutes but full of delightful touches and a terrific performance by the all but unseen Rains, whose rich, cultured voice envelopes the picture in a kind of omnipresent fog.

Apr 26, 2025

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Trace Thurman

Horror Queers Podcast

Featuring director James Whale's trademark black humor, The Invisible Man is a delightfully demented horror film that sports some truly outstanding visual effects.

Rated: 4.5/5

Apr 1, 2024

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Joe Lipsett

Horror Queers Podcast

The Universal Monster with the biggest ego and the highest body count. This film is lean and mean (though it definitely doesn't need that female love interest)

Rated: 4/5

Mar 28, 2024

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April

i mean i know he was a bad guy but i can fix him..

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/04/25

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Ted B

3. 5 stars; An original Universal Studios film. The star of the film was the special effects that were far ahead of their time. I can't imagine the reaction of the 1933 audience when the invisible man removed his clothing and was actually invisible. This was the first of a number of successful films for Claude Rains. The film also featured the distinctive scream of actress Merle Tottenham.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

09/26/25

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Thomas R

Ein sehr guter, alter Film. Ich sehe ihn immer wieder gerne.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/10/25

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Jonathan C

Brilliant. Fun. The special effects are as amazing as ever. Claude Rains is phenomenal.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/28/25

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Nim T

The usage of the special effects was very advanced during that time. Despite being black and white, it showed the story and changes through fames very well. The story had its flaws because the acting felt overdramatic at times, in particular Una O'Connor because we get it that she was a temperamental character, but does not have to constantly scream excessively. The design of the settings and usage of many people as volunteers was interesting and felt that it was a big production. 3 stars because it was refreshing to see what Gloria Stuart was known for before Titanic. In this film, she gave a normal performance of what her character should present.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

06/09/25

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Black C

โคตรคลาสสิค แต่ยังไม่เคยอ่านนิยายเลยมีโอกาศตีพิมพ์ใหม่จะรีบหามาอ่าน

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/28/25

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James Whale

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Claude Rains

Jack Griffin

Gloria Stuart

Flora Cranley

Henry Travers

Dr. Cranley

William Harrigan

Dr. Arthur Kemp

Una O'Connor

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The Invisible Man: Official Clip - Murder, Money, Madness

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The Invisible Man: Official Clip - I'll Show You Who I Am

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The Invisible Man: Official Clip - The Invisible Man Escapes

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The Invisible Man: Official Clip - Visible at the End

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The Invisible Man: Official Clip - Terrorizing the Village

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The Invisible Man: Official Clip - A Visible Partner

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The Invisible Man: Official Clip - Trapped in a Barn

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The Invisible Man: Official Clip - Terrible Power

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The Invisible Man: Official Clip - Killing Kemp

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The Invisible Man: Official Clip - He's Here!

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Synopsis

While researching a new drug, Dr. Jack Griffin (Claude Rains) stumbles on a potion that can make him invisible. When he reveals his new ability to his old mentor (Henry Travers) and his fiancée (Gloria Stuart), it's clear that a side effect of the potion is insanity. Jack goes on a violent rampage, and the police struggle to hunt him down, unable to see their target, while his mentor and his former partner (William Harrigan) desperately try to devise a plan to capture him.

Director: James Whale
Producer: Carl Laemmle Jr.
Screenwriter: R.C. Sherriff, Preston Sturges, H.G. Wells, Philip Wylie
Distributor: Realart Pictures Inc., Universal Pictures, Screen Gems, Universal Home Entertainment, MCA/Universal Pictures [us]
Production Co: Universal Pictures
Genre: Sci-Fi
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 13, 1933, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 19, 2016
Runtime: 1h 11m
Sound Mix: Mono
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.37:1)

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