Salome (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1918, Salome is a drama and history film directed by J. Gordon Edwards, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Palestine, under the rule of Rome. Salome, daughter of Herodias and both niece and stepdaughter of King Herod, becomes infatuated with the prophet John the Baptist, who publicly denounces the depravity of the royal family and proclaims the arrival of a new messiah. (Film presumed lost.)
Who’s in it. Salome stars Theda Bara as Salome, G. Raymond Nye as King Herod, Alan Roscoe as John the Baptist and Herbert Heyes as Sejanus, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Salome has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Salome page.
If you liked it. Fans of Salome tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Salome (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Salome change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Salome worth watching?
- Salome holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Salome?
- Salome stars Theda Bara, G. Raymond Nye, Alan Roscoe, Herbert Heyes and Bertram Grassby.
- When was Salome released?
- Salome was released in 1918, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.