The Arab (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1924, The Arab is a drama film directed by Rex Ingram, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Jamil, a soldier in the Bedouin defense forces during a war between Syria and Turkey, deserts his regiment but later returns to save children of a missionary’s orphanage who are at risk of being enslaved or killed by the Turks.
Who’s in it. The Arab stars Ramon Novarro as Jamil Abdullah Azam, Alice Terry as Mary Hilbert, Max Maxudian as The Governor and Jean de Limur as Hossein, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Arab has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Arab page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Arab tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Arab (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Arab change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Arab worth watching?
- The Arab holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Arab?
- The Arab stars Ramon Novarro, Alice Terry, Max Maxudian, Jean de Limur and Paul Vermoyal.
- When was The Arab released?
- The Arab was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.