Black Orchids (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film
Released in 1917, Black Orchids is a drama and horror film directed by Rex Ingram, running about 50 minutes. “The Love Affairs of a Heartless Woman” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Frivolous young Marie de Severac is frightened into following a more virtuous path, when her father relates a story in which an equally frivolous woman is entombed alive. The movie was Rex Ingram’s directorial debut, and he later remade the film as Trifling Women in 1922. Black Orchids is considered to be a lost film.
Who’s in it. Black Orchids stars Cleo Madison as Marie de Severac / Zoraida, Dick La Reno as Emile de Severac, Francis McDonald as George Renoir / Ivan De Maupin and Wedgwood Nowell as Marquis De Chantal, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Orchids page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Orchids tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Orchids (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Orchids change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Black Orchids?
- Black Orchids stars Cleo Madison, Dick La Reno, Francis McDonald, Wedgwood Nowell and Howard Crampton.
- When was Black Orchids released?
- Black Orchids was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.