Movie

The Asphyx

“If It Were In Your Power…Would You Sacrifice Your Wife…Your Children For Immortality? This Is The Story Of A Man Who Did!”

★ 6.0(81)19721h 39m

Fantasy Horror Science Fiction

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Good to know

Director: Peter Newbrook
Release date: 1972-12-05
Runtime: 1h 39m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Glendale

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About The Asphyx

The Asphyx is a 1972 movie in the Fantasy, Horror and Science Fiction genres, directed by Peter Newbrook, starring Robert Powell, Robert Stephens and Jane Lapotaire. It has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 81 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Asphyx in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Hugo is a brilliant turn-of-the-century scientist, loved and respected by his family and friends, admired by his colleagues. But he is a man quickly becoming obsessed with a curious and frightening question...What is the mysterious apparition found in the photographs of his dying subjects?

Cast

Robert Powell

Giles Cunningham

Robert Stephens

Sir Hugo Cunningham

Jane Lapotaire

Christina Cunningham

Alex Scott

Sir Edward Barett

Ralph Arliss

Clive Cunningham

Fiona Walker

Anna Wheatley

Terry Scully

Pauper

Tony Caunter

Warden

Paul Bacon

1st Member

Themes & keywords

experimentsupernatural

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Asphyx in Canada?+

The Asphyx is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Asphyx on Netflix?+

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How long is The Asphyx?+

The Asphyx has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

Who stars in The Asphyx?+

The Asphyx stars Robert Powell, Robert Stephens, Jane Lapotaire, Alex Scott and Ralph Arliss.

When did The Asphyx come out?+

The Asphyx is a 1972 movie directed by Peter Newbrook.

What genre is The Asphyx?+

The Asphyx is Fantasy, Horror and Science Fiction film.

Who directed The Asphyx?+

The Asphyx was directed by Peter Newbrook.