The Fighting American (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1924, The Fighting American is a drama and adventure film directed by Tom Forman, running about 53 minutes. “In the air. On land. On sea.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On the wager that he will propose marriage to any girl selected by his fraternity brothers, Bill finds himself making love to Mary, an old-fashioned girl who is secretly in love with him…
Who’s in it. The Fighting American stars Pat O'Malley as Bill Pendleton, Mary Astor as Mary Brainard, Raymond Hatton as Danny Daynes and Warner Oland as Fu Shing, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Fighting American has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fighting American page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fighting American tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fighting American (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fighting American change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fighting American worth watching?
- The Fighting American holds an audience score of 5.0 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 The Fighting American?
- The Fighting American stars Pat O'Malley, Mary Astor, Raymond Hatton, Warner Oland and Ed Brady.
- When was The Fighting American released?
- The Fighting American was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 53 minutes.
