The Enemy (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1927, The Enemy is a drama, war and romance film directed by Fred Niblo, running about 90 minutes. “A vivid drama of Austria and one side of the war known only to the women.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Carl Behrend, son of a wealthy businessman, marries Pauli Arndt, daughter of a pacifist professor. When World War I breaks out, Carl is drafted. Pauli and her family and friends are left behind to experience the suffering which befell civilians during the war. Her luck worsens when her father is dismissed from his professorship for teaching that war is evil. Her father argues violently with Carl's father, and degradation and despair descend on Pauli and her family as they await Carl's return from the front.
Who’s in it. The Enemy stars Lillian Gish as Pauli Arndt, Ralph Forbes as Carl Behrend, Ralph Emerson as Bruce Gordon and Frank Currier as Prof. Arndt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Enemy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Enemy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Enemy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Enemy (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Enemy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Enemy worth watching?
- The Enemy holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Enemy?
- The Enemy stars Lillian Gish, Ralph Forbes, Ralph Emerson, Frank Currier and George Fawcett.