The Devil Dancer (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film
Released in 1927, The Devil Dancer is a drama and romance film directed by Fred Niblo, running about 73 minutes. “Two men fought for the Devil Dancer. One to hold what he had bought- the other to win the love he sought.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An English explorer disturbed by the practices of an isolated tribe attempts to rescue a native girl he has become fascinated with. THE DEVIL DANCER was highly praised at time of release for its exquisite cinematography, especially in the use of light and shadow. The film received an Academy Award nomination in this category. Sadly, it is among the lost. No prints or negatives are known to survive.
Who’s in it. The Devil Dancer stars Gilda Gray as Takla (The Devil Dancer), Clive Brook as Stephen Athelstan, Anna May Wong as Sada and Serge Temoff as Beppo, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Devil Dancer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Devil Dancer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Devil Dancer (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Devil Dancer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Devil Dancer?
- The Devil Dancer stars Gilda Gray, Clive Brook, Anna May Wong, Serge Temoff and Michael Vavitch.
- When was The Devil Dancer released?
- The Devil Dancer was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.