The Golem (1915): cast, story & where to watch
1915 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1915, The Golem is a horror film directed by Paul Wegener, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. This mostly lost film (please check your attic) is often confused with director Paul Wegener third and readily available interpretation of the legend; Der Golem, wie er in die Welt kam (1920). In this version of the golem legend, the golem, a clay statue brought to life by Rabbi Loew in 16th century Prague to save the Jews from the ongoing brutal persecution by the city's rulers, is found in the rubble of an old synagogue in the 20th century. Brought to life by an antique dealer, the golem is used as a menial servant. Eventually falling in love with the dealer's wife, it goes on a murderous rampage when its love for her goes unanswered.
Who’s in it. The Golem stars Paul Wegener as Golem, Rudolf Blümner as Gelehrter, Carl Ebert as Troedler and Henrik Galeen as Graf, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Golem has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Golem page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Golem tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Golem (1915)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Golem change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Golem worth watching?
- The Golem holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Golem?
- The Golem stars Paul Wegener, Rudolf Blümner, Carl Ebert, Henrik Galeen and Lyda Salmonova.
- When was The Golem released?
- The Golem was released in 1915, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.