Sadie Thompson (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1928, Sadie Thompson is a drama and romance film directed by Raoul Walsh, running about 97 minutes. “Sadie could storm any barrack she attacked! Magnetism had never been heard of until she hit town! What a woman! You'll say so, too!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young, beautiful prostitute named Sadie Thompson arrives on the South Pacific island of Pago Pago looking for honest work and falls for Timothy O'Hara, an American sailor who is unfazed by her unsavory past. However, Mr. Davidson, a missionary who arrived on the island at the same time, aims to "save" Sadie from her sinful life and petitions to have her separated from her beau and deported back to San Francisco.
Who’s in it. Sadie Thompson stars Gloria Swanson as Sadie Thompson, Lionel Barrymore as Alfred Davidson, Blanche Friderici as Mrs. Alfred Davidson and Charles Lane as Dr. Angus McPhail, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Sadie Thompson has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $7M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sadie Thompson page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sadie Thompson tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sadie Thompson (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sadie Thompson change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sadie Thompson worth watching?
- Sadie Thompson holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sadie Thompson?
- Sadie Thompson stars Gloria Swanson, Lionel Barrymore, Blanche Friderici, Charles Lane and Florence Midgley.
- When was Sadie Thompson released?
- Sadie Thompson was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.