The Forbidden City movie poster

The Forbidden City

October 6, 1918 1h 3m 5.7/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 1918. The Forbidden City is a romance/drama film. directed by Sidney Franklin. At just 63 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Norma Talmadge, Thomas Meighan, and E. Alyn Warren

Synopsis

The daughter of a Chinese mandarin is sentenced to death for her secret marriage to an American. Their child, raised in the mandarin's palace, grows up and escapes to seek her father, now a high-ranking official in the Philippines.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 6, 1918 107 years ago
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Runtime 1h 3m 63 minutes total
User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (9 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Norma Talmadge Film Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Forbidden City about?

The daughter of a Chinese mandarin is sentenced to death for her secret marriage to an American. Their child, raised in the mandarin's palace, grows up and escapes to seek her father, now a high-ra...

Who directed The Forbidden City?

The Forbidden City was directed by Sidney Franklin.

How long is The Forbidden City?

The Forbidden City has a runtime of 1 hours and 3 minutes (63 minutes total).

When was The Forbidden City released?

The Forbidden City was released on October 6, 1918 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Forbidden City?

The main cast of The Forbidden City includes Norma Talmadge, Thomas Meighan, E. Alyn Warren, Michael Rayle, L. Rogers Lytton.