directed by: Fritz Lang, year: 1922
actors: Rudolf Klein-Rogge

Dr. Mabuse the Gambler (Der Mabuse, der Gambler) is a 1922 silent crime thriller directed by Fritz Lang. The film introduces the genius criminal mastermind Dr. Mabuse, who infiltrates Weimar society with hypnotic influence, elaborate schemes and masked personas. Its expressionist visuals and sprawling, conspiratorial plot capture a citywide paranoia, blending crime, psychology, and political intrigue. Rudolf Klein-Rogge stars as Mabuse, delivering a chilling, charismatic menace. This landmark work helped inaugurate Lang's Mabuse cycle and cinematic villainy.

Hypnosis, Crime Thriller, Psychological Thriller, Silent Film