Pals First (1926): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1926, Pals First is a drama, krimi and liebesfilm film directed by Edwin Carewe.

What it’s about. Richard Castleman, master of Winnecrest Hall in Louisiana, goes on a sea voyage recommended by his cousin and physician, Harry Chilton, who thereupon begins romancing Castleman's fiancée, Jeanne Lamont. When word arrives of Castleman's death, Chilton prepares to usurp the fortune and property of the dead man. Danny Rowland, who is found wounded by two wandering crooks, Dominie and The Squirrel, opportunely arrives at the estate seeking food and rest; and because of his resemblance to Castleman, he is welcomed as the master. Dominie is introduced as an English cleric and The Squirrel as an Italian count, while Danny falls in love with Jeanne, who believes him to be her fiancé. Chilton, however, suspects the trio and finally unmasks them. It then develops that Danny actually is Castleman, who had decided to reform the two men who befriended him and to expose the dishonesty of his cousin.

Who’s in it. Pals First stars Lloyd Hughes as Richard Castleman / Danny Rowland, Dolores del Río as Jeanne Lamont, Alec B. Francis as Dominie and George Cooper as The Squirrel, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pals First page.

If you liked it. Fans of Pals First tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.