The Artificial Man (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1916, The Artificial Man is a horror and science fiction film directed by Otto Rippert, running about 69 minutes. “The Perfect Man… Without Soul!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Part of the artificial-creature series encompassing Der Golem (1914 and 1920), Alraune (1918, 1928, 1930) and Metropolis (1926), 'Homunculus' was the most popular serial in Germany during World War I even influencing the dress of fashionable Berlin. Foenss, a Danish star, is the perfect creature manufactured in a laboratory by Kuehne. Having discovered his origins, that he has no 'soul' and is incapable of love, he revenges himself on mankind, instigating revolutions and becoming a monstrous but beautiful tyrant, relentlessly pursued by his creator-father who seeks to rectify his mistake.
Who’s in it. The Artificial Man stars Fern Andra as o. A., Josef Bunzl as o. A., Maria Carmi as o. A. and Aud Egede-Nissen as o. A., among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Artificial Man 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 Artificial Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Artificial Man tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Artificial Man (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Artificial Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Artificial Man worth watching?
- The Artificial Man holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Artificial Man?
- The Artificial Man stars Fern Andra, Josef Bunzl, Maria Carmi, Aud Egede-Nissen and Lia Borré.
- When was The Artificial Man released?
- The Artificial Man was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.