The Invisible Man (1933)
Kernel Score: 84% · 931 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 1933-10-31
Runtime: 71 minutes
Where to watch The Invisible Man
- Stream: Prime Video, Peacock, IndieFlix
- Free with ads: Fawesome, Plex
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
After experimenting on himself and becoming invisible, scientist Jack Griffin, now aggressive due to the drug's effects, seeks a way to reverse the experiment at any cost.
The Invisible Man parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Invisible Man (1933) is a classic horror film about a scientist whose invisibility formula drives him to murderous insanity.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — The scientist commits murder and becomes a dangerous fugitive as the drug affects his sanity, per the plot description.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — A chemical drug is the direct cause of the character's transformation and worsening violent behavior.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
James Whale
Cast
- Claude Rains as Dr. Jack Griffin
- Gloria Stuart as Flora Cranley
- William Harrigan as Dr. Arthur Kemp
- Henry Travers as Dr. Cranley
- Una O'Connor as Jenny Hall
- Forrester Harvey as Herbert Hall
- Holmes Herbert as Chief of Police
- E. E. Clive as Constable Jaffers
- Dudley Digges as Chief Detective
- Harry Stubbs as Inspector Bird
The Invisible Man FAQ
Is The Invisible Man good?
The Invisible Man has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 931 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Invisible Man?
In the US you can stream The Invisible Man on Prime Video, Peacock and IndieFlix, watch it free with ads on Fawesome and Plex and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Invisible Man OK for kids?
The Invisible Man is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Invisible Man (1933) is a classic horror film about a scientist whose invisibility formula drives him to murderous insanity.
What movies are like The Invisible Man?
If you liked The Invisible Man, try Soylent Green, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, The Invisible Man and The Haunting.