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Sphinx

1981Movie1 h 58 minPG

Mystery
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.2Letterboxd2.7/5Rotten Tomatoes–31%
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.2Letterboxd2.7/5Rotten Tomatoes–31%

Summary

Egyptologist Erica Baron finds more than she bargained for during her long-planned trip to The Land of the Pharoahs - murder, theft, betrayal, love, and a mummy's curse!

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Party vibe

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, comfort or tears.

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Cast

15 of 15

Crew

Directed by
Franklin J. Schaffner
Written by
John Byrum, Robin Cook
Produced by
Stanley O'Toole
Music by
Michael J. Lewis

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Facts

February 11, 1981 · 1 h 58 min · PG

Released
February 11, 1981
Runtime
1 h 58 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence
Genres
Adventure, Mystery, Thriller
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$14 million
Box office
$2 million
Available in
13 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Sphinx?"

Questions about Sphinx

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Sphinx?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Sphinx from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Sphinx worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48 (IMDb 5.2 and Letterboxd 2.7 out of 5).

Is Sphinx okay for kids?

PGViolence

Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States for violence, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Is Sphinx plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: intrigue (8 of 10) and mystery (8 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.

Is Sphinx good for date night?

and 4 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Was Sphinx a box office flop?

Budget$14 million
Box office$2 million

Yes: it cost about $14 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 14% of its budget.