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Nosferatu

Original title: Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens
  • 19221922
  • Not RatedNot Rated
  • 1h 34m
IMDb RATING
7.9/10
96K
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Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
NOSFERATU.  A chronicle of the Great Death in Wisborg.  The story of Nosferatu is one of gothic horror, sensuality and ultimately, death. Unlike Bram Stokers Dracula, the events in the movie take place, not in London, but in Bremen, Germany during the 183
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  • Fantasy
  • Horror

Vampire Count Orlok expresses interest in a new residence and real estate agent Hutter's wife.Vampire Count Orlok expresses interest in a new residence and real estate agent Hutter's wife.Vampire Count Orlok expresses interest in a new residence and real estate agent Hutter's wife.

IMDb RATING
7.9/10
96K
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POPULARITY
2,090
954
  • Director
    • F.W. Murnau
  • Writers
    • Henrik Galeen(screen play)
    • Bram Stoker(based on the novel: "Dracula")
  • Stars
    • Max Schreck
    • Alexander Granach
    • Gustav von Wangenheim
Top credits
  • Director
    • F.W. Murnau
  • Writers
    • Henrik Galeen(screen play)
    • Bram Stoker(based on the novel: "Dracula")
  • Stars
    • Max Schreck
    • Alexander Granach
    • Gustav von Wangenheim
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    • 459User reviews
    • 223Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 1 win & 2 nominations

    Videos2

    Nosferatu / Vampyr
    Trailer 2:26
    Nosferatu / Vampyr
    Sneak Previews Season 2 Episode 10
    Video 29:05
    Sneak Previews Season 2 Episode 10

    Photos176

    Max Schreck in Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
    Max Schreck in Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
    Max Schreck in Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
    Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
    Max Schreck and Gustav von Wangenheim in Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
    Greta Schröder in Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
    Greta Schröder in Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
    Greta Schröder in Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
    Max Schreck in Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
    Max Schreck in Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
    Max Schreck in Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)
    Max Schreck in Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens (1922)

    Top cast

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    Max Schreck
    Max Schreck
    • Graf Orlokas Graf Orlok
    Alexander Granach
    Alexander Granach
    • Knock - ein Häusermakleras Knock - ein Häusermakler
    Gustav von Wangenheim
    Gustav von Wangenheim
    • Hutteras Hutter
    Greta Schröder
    Greta Schröder
    • Ellen - seine Frauas Ellen - seine Frau
    Georg H. Schnell
    • Harding - ein Reederas Harding - ein Reeder
    • (as G.H. Schnell)
    Ruth Landshoff
    • Ruth - seine Schwesteras Ruth - seine Schwester
    Gustav Botz
    • Professor Sievers - der Stadtarztas Professor Sievers - der Stadtarzt
    John Gottowt
    John Gottowt
    • Professor Bulwer - ein Paracelsianeras Professor Bulwer - ein Paracelsianer
    Max Nemetz
    • Ein Kapitänas Ein Kapitän
    Wolfgang Heinz
    • 1. Matroseas 1. Matrose
    Albert Venohr
    • 2. Matroseas 2. Matrose
    Eric van Viele
    • Matrose 2as Matrose 2
    Karl Etlinger
    • Kontrolleur am Kaias Kontrolleur am Kai
    • (uncredited)
    Guido Herzfeld
    • Wirtas Wirt
    • (uncredited)
    Hans Lanser-Rudolf
    • A magistrateas A magistrate
    • (uncredited)
    Loni Nest
    • Child at Windowas Child at Window
    • (uncredited)
    Josef Sareny
    • Head coachmanas Head coachman
    • (uncredited)
    Fanny Schreck
    • Krankenschwester im Hospitalas Krankenschwester im Hospital
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • F.W. Murnau
    • Writers
      • Henrik Galeen(screen play)
      • Bram Stoker(based on the novel: "Dracula")
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    Storyline

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    Wisbourg, Germany based estate agent Knock dispatches his associate, Hutter, to Count Orlok's castle in Transylvania as the Count wants to purchase an isolated house in Wisbourg. They plan on selling him the one across the way from Hutter's own home. Hutter leaves his innocent wife, Ellen, with some friends while he is away. Hutter's trek is an unusual one, with many locals not wanting to take him near the castle where strange events have been occurring. Once at the castle, Hutter does manage to sell the Count the house, but he also notices and feels unusual occurrences, primarily feeling like there is a dark shadow hanging over him, even in the daytime when the Count is unusually asleep. Hutter eventually sees the Count's sleeping chamber in a crypt, and based on a book he has recently read, believes the Count is really a vampire or Nosferatu. While Hutter is trapped in the castle, the Count, hiding in a shipment of coffins, makes his way to Wisbourg, causing death along his way, which most attribute to the plague. Hutter himself tries to rush home to save his town and most importantly save Ellen from Nosferatu's imminent arrival. In Wisbourg, Ellen can feel the impending darkness as Nosferatu gets closer. But she learns that a sinless woman can sacrifice herself to kill the vampire. Will Hutter be able to save Ellen either from Nosferatu and/or her self-sacrifice? —Huggo
    • vampire
    • gothic
    • expressionism
    • monster
    • silent film
    • 272 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • A thrilling mystery masterpiece - a chilling psycho-drama of blood-lust.
    • Genres
      • Fantasy
      • Horror
    • Certificate
      • Not Rated
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The movie was banned in Sweden due to excessive horror. The ban was finally lifted in 1972.
    • Goofs
      When Hutter is writing his letter to Ellen in Count Orlok's castle, the paper that he is meant to be writing on is clearly blank throughout the scene.
    • Quotes

      Graf Orlok: Your wife has such a beautiful neck...

    • Alternate versions
      There are a confusing number of different surviving prints, restorations and alternate versions of Nosferatu. In the main, there are three 'complete' restorations and two incomplete, partially-restored versions. All five are available on DVD, while the latest two restorations, from 1995 and 2006, are also on Blu-ray. In addition there are countless low-quality public domain DVDs with different lengths, running speeds and soundtracks. All are derived from a single print held by the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). They usually have replacement American intertitles and are always in black and white; the film was originally color tinted throughout and only meant to be seen that way. This comprehensive article explains all of them simply and clearly: Nosferatu: The Ultimate Blu-ray and DVD Guide.
    • Connections
      Edited into Boo! (1932)

    User reviews459

    Review
    Top review
    10/10
    Max Schreck IS "Nosferatu"
    In 1921, director F.W. Murnau set out to make a horror film based on Bram Stoker's novel, `Dracula,' but was denied the rights to the property by Stoker's estate. Undeterred, however, Murnau merely changed the title to `Nosferatu,' the name of the title character to `Count Orlok,' then proceeded to make what has come to be considered nothing less than a classic of the silent film era. An unsettling film (especially for the times in which it was made), it is a faithful adaptation of Stoker's story, and brings images to the screen, the likes of which at the time, had never before been seen. And although by today's standards much of it may seem relatively tame, there is an innate sense of the sinister about it that is timeless. For the same elements that so unnerved audiences in 1922 when it was released, are equally discomfiting now, most of which is courtesy of Max Schreck, who portrayed Count Orlok. It was the first screen appearance for what is now the most famous vampire in history, and the German character actor Schreck brought an eerie presence to the role that has never been equaled. Bela Lugosi may be considered the definitive Dracula-- his portrayal is certainly the most well known-- but even he could not match the sense of evil that Schreck brought to the character. The scene in which Schreck's shadow is cast on the wall as he slowly negotiates a staircase, emphasizing his misshapen head and elongated fingers and nails, is an image that leaves an indelible impression on the memory, as does Schreck's overall appearance: Lanky, though slightly stooped, with oversized, pointed ears and haunted, sunken eyes. It was Schreck's greatest screen role, and had it not been for a lawsuit by Stoker's estate that prevented wide distribution of the film, it would no doubt have made him a star. The supporting cast includes John gottowt, Alexander Granach, Wolfgang Heinz, Max Nemetz, Gustav von Wangenheim, Ruth Landshoff and Greta Schroder. An air of mystery surrounded the set during the filming of `Nosferatu' that became something of a myth, which began with the fact that Schreck, a method actor, was never seen by cast nor crew without his makeup and in character. And it was further perpetuated when it may have been implied by Murnau that Schreck was actually a vampire playing an actor playing a vampire, all of which goes a long way toward proving that `hype' is nothing new to the entertainment industry. One of the three most highly regarded German directors of the times, Murnau, whose philosophy was that `nothing existed beyond the frame,' directed a number of films, but none achieved the lasting notoriety of `Nosferatu.' For film buffs everywhere, as well as aficionados of silent pictures, this film is a must-see, and a perfect companion piece to the recently released (2000) `Shadow of the Vampire,' the film by E. Elias Merhige that chronicles the making of `Nosferatu.' A comparatively short film-- the restored DVD version runs 81 minutes, the video, 63 minutes-- it will nevertheless provide an entertaining and memorable cinematic experience. This is an example of not only the magic, but the magic at the very core of the movies. I rate this one 10/10.
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    • Release date
      • May 18, 1922 (Estonia)
    • Country of origin
      • Germany
    • Official site
      • Official Site
    • Languages
      • German
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Nosferatu, a Symphony of Horror
    • Filming locations
      • Starhrad Castle, Nezbudská Lúcka, Slovakia
    • Production companies
      • Jofa-Atelier Berlin-Johannisthal
      • Prana-Film GmbH
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    Box office

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    • Gross worldwide
      • $19,054
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 34 minutes
    • Sound mix
      • Silent
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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