Desert Nights (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1929, Desert Nights is a drama and adventure film directed by William Nigh, running about 62 minutes.
What it’s about. A con man with his beautiful accomplice and a hostage steals a half million dollars worth of diamonds but finds they're all lost in the desert without water.
Who’s in it. Desert Nights stars John Gilbert as Hugh Rand, Ernest Torrence as Steve, Mary Nolan as Diana and Claude King as The Real Lord Stonehill.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Desert Nights has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Desert Nights page.
If you liked it. Fans of Desert Nights tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Desert Nights (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Desert Nights change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Desert Nights worth watching?
- Desert Nights holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Desert Nights?
- Desert Nights stars John Gilbert, Ernest Torrence, Mary Nolan and Claude King.
- When was Desert Nights released?
- Desert Nights was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.