Experience (1921): cast, story & where to watch
1921 · Film
Released in 1921, Experience is a drama film directed by George Fitzmaurice, running about 70 minutes. “And Youth takes his fling! Drinks all the joy of life and finds- the dregs! Then stumbles, falls, sinks so deep that only Love can find him.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Youth meets Ambition and leaves Love, his mother, and his small-town roots for the big city. There, in his search for Experience, he meets Pleasure and hangs out at the Primrose Path with the likes of Temptation and Intoxication. Back home, Youth's mother dies, and Love tries unsuccessfully to reach him. When Youth's money runs out his newfound friends all leave him and he sinks into a life of drug addiction, aided by Habit.
Who’s in it. Experience stars Richard Barthelmess as Youth, Reginald Denny, John Miltern as Experience and Marjorie Daw as Love, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Experience page.
If you liked it. Fans of Experience tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Experience (1921)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Experience change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Experience?
- Experience stars Richard Barthelmess, Reginald Denny, John Miltern, Marjorie Daw and E.J. Ratcliffe.
- When was Experience released?
- Experience was released in 1921, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.