The Flapper (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1920, The Flapper is a comedy film directed by Alan Crosland, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. A Southern teen at a ritzy boarding school gets into mischief while acting the sophisticated grownup to impress a suave gentleman and match wits with a pair of jewel thieves.
Who’s in it. The Flapper stars Olive Thomas as Genevieve 'Ginger' King, William P. Carleton as Richard Channing, Theodore Westman Jr. as Bill E. Forbes and Warren Cook as Senator King, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Flapper has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Flapper page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Flapper tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Flapper (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Flapper change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Flapper worth watching?
- The Flapper holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Flapper?
- The Flapper stars Olive Thomas, William P. Carleton, Theodore Westman Jr., Warren Cook and Katherine Johnston.
- When was The Flapper released?
- The Flapper was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.