The Idol Dancer
Originally released in 1920. The Idol Dancer is a drama film. directed by D.W. Griffith.
Starring Richard Barthelmess, Clarine Seymour, and Creighton Hale
Synopsis
A religious zealot and his nephew are thrown together on a South Seas Island with an alcoholic beach comber and a native dancer. A battle to see who will "civilize" whom ensues.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 21, 1920
105 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Richard Barthelmess
as Dan McGuire
Clarine Seymour
as Mary
Creighton Hale
as Walter Kincaid
George MacQuarrie
as Rev. Franklyn Blythe
Kate Bruce
as Mrs. Blythe
Porter Strong
as Rev. Peter
Anders Randolf
as The Blackbirder
Walter James
as Chief Wando
Thomas Carr
as Donald Blythe
Herbert Sutch
as Old Thomas
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- D.W. Griffith Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Idol Dancer about?
A religious zealot and his nephew are thrown together on a South Seas Island with an alcoholic beach comber and a native dancer. A battle to see who will "civilize" whom ensues.
Who directed The Idol Dancer?
The Idol Dancer was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is The Idol Dancer?
The Idol Dancer has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was The Idol Dancer released?
The Idol Dancer was released on March 21, 1920 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Idol Dancer?
The main cast of The Idol Dancer includes Richard Barthelmess, Clarine Seymour, Creighton Hale, George MacQuarrie, Kate Bruce.