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Mesmerist. The Mesmerist was created by Cecil M. Hepworth and appeared in the film The Basilisk (1914).

The Mesmerist is a Superhuman. He is a vile man who uses his mind-control powers to put a beautiful woman in his control. His plans are ultimately foiled by the appearance of the film’s titular serpent.

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