The Kiss Barrier (1925): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1925, The Kiss Barrier is a drama and liebesfilm film directed by Roy William Neill, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. Aviator Richard March, is shot down over France, though not badly hurt in the crash, he steals a kiss from Marion Weston, the Red Cross nurse whose ambulance comes to his aid. After the war, Richard resumes his professional life as an actor and meets Marion by chance at a skating party. At first she snubs him, but he soon charms her, and they become constant companions. Marion later believes that Richard is having an affair with Suzette, his leading lady, and she again turns the cold shoulder toward him. Richard writes a play based on his own experiences, and Marion comes to see she misjudged him. Connie, who is jealous of Richard's love for Marion, attempts to compromise him. Connie herself later confesses her scheme to discredit Richard, and Richard and Marion are reunited.

Who’s in it. The Kiss Barrier stars Edmund Lowe as Richard March, Claire Adams as Marion Weston, Diana Miller as Suzette and Marion Harlan as Connie Hale, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Kiss Barrier sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

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

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