Synthetic Sin (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film
Released in 1929, Synthetic Sin is a comedy film directed by William A. Seiter, running about 72 minutes. “If you had to be bad...could you make good?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young woman impulsively marries a young playwright who whisks her away to New York promises her a role in his next production. Unfortunately the production is a disaster and her husband proclaims her unfit for the role. Rather then return home in defeat, she stays in New York and accidentally gets involved with some vicious gangsters.
Who’s in it. Synthetic Sin stars Colleen Moore as Betty Fairfax, Antonio Moreno as Donald Anthony, Edythe Chapman as Mrs. Fairfax and Kathryn McGuire as Margery, Betty's sister, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Synthetic Sin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Synthetic Sin tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Synthetic Sin (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Synthetic Sin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Synthetic Sin?
- Synthetic Sin stars Colleen Moore, Antonio Moreno, Edythe Chapman, Kathryn McGuire and Gertrude Howard.
- When was Synthetic Sin released?
- Synthetic Sin was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.