The Asphyx
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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?
Where to watch The Asphyx in United States
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Where is The Asphyx streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Kanopy, Plex, Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Tubi TV | — |
| Canada | Tubi TV, Plex | — |
| Australia | Tubi TV | — |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
About The Asphyx
The Asphyx is a 1972 English-language fantasy, horror and science fiction film directed by Peter Newbrook. The cast is led by Robert Powell, Robert Stephens, Jane Lapotaire. It has a runtime of 1h 39m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy, Plex, Tubi TV.
The Asphyx was produced by Glendale and made in United Kingdom. It was released on December 5, 1972, and carries a PG certification.
- Director
- Peter Newbrook
- Writers
- Brian Comport
- Release date
- December 5, 1972
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Production
- Glendale
The Asphyx cast & crew
The Asphyx was directed by Peter Newbrook and written by Brian Comport.
The cast features Robert Powell as Giles Cunningham, Robert Stephens as Sir Hugo Cunningham, Jane Lapotaire as Christina Cunningham, Alex Scott as Sir Edward Barett, Ralph Arliss as Clive Cunningham, and Fiona Walker as Anna Wheatley.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Bill McGuffie, cinematography is by Freddie Young, and it was produced by John Brittany.
Is The Asphyx worth watching?
The Asphyx holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 81 ratings, a solidly received fantasy films.
At 1h 39m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy fantasy, horror, and science fiction, The Asphyx is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Asphyx
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Cast of The Asphyx
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
The Asphyx — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Asphyx in United States?
The Asphyx is streaming on Kanopy, Plex, Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is The Asphyx on Kanopy?
Yes — The Asphyx is currently available on Kanopy in United States.
▸What language is The Asphyx in?
The Asphyx is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Asphyx?
The Asphyx runs 1 hours 39 minutes (99 minutes).
▸What is The Asphyx rated?
The Asphyx is rated PG. It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 81 ratings.
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