The Understanding Heart (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1927, The Understanding Heart is a drama and adventure film directed by Jack Conway, running about 67 minutes. “PETER B. KYNES GREATEST STORY” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two men in love with the same girl are trapped with her in a forest fire.
Who’s in it. The Understanding Heart stars Joan Crawford as Monica Dale, Rockliffe Fellowes as Bob Mason, Francis X. Bushman Jr. as Tony Garland and Carmel Myers as Kelcey Dale, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Understanding Heart sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Understanding Heart page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Understanding Heart tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Understanding Heart (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Understanding Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Understanding Heart worth watching?
- The Understanding Heart holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Understanding Heart?
- The Understanding Heart stars Joan Crawford, Rockliffe Fellowes, Francis X. Bushman Jr., Carmel Myers and Richard Carle.
- When was The Understanding Heart released?
- The Understanding Heart was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.