Der Hexer (1956)
Following a series of murders, it turns out that a notorious criminal believed to be dead is seeking revenge for his sister’s murder. Although the motive is obvious, the phantom cannot be apprehended because no one knows his identity. In desperation, one of the most experienced detectives is brought out of retirement.
Director:
Franz Peter Wirth
Writer:
Hans Gottschalk
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Walther Reyer as Kommissar Walford |
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Susanne von Almassy as Cora Ann Milton |
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Herbert Tiede as Henry Arthur Milton aka Dr. Anthony Lomond |
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Franz Schafheitlin as Maurice Messer |
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Dieter Eppler as Carter |
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Armas Sten Fühler as Bliss |
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Hans Walter Clasen as Inspektor Alan Wembury |
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Arnulf Schröder as Sam Hackitt |
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Irene Marhold as Mary Lenley |
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Joachim Fontheim as John 'Johnny' Lenley |
| Directing | Franz Peter Wirth | Director |
| Sound | Rolf Unkel | Music |
| Writing | Hans Gottschalk | Screenplay |
| Writing | Edgar Wallace | Original Story |