The Scarlet Letter (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1927, The Scarlet Letter is a drama film directed by Victor Sjöström, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. In Puritan Boston, seamstress Hester Prynne and kindly Reverend Arthur Dimmesdale fall in love. After Dimmesdale must go away for a time to England, he returns to discover that Hester has given birth to their child and is the focus of local censure.
Who’s in it. The Scarlet Letter stars Lillian Gish as Hester Prynne, Lars Hanson as Rev. Arthur Dimmesdale, Henry B. Walthall as Roger Prynne aka Roger Chillingworth and Karl Dane as Giles, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Scarlet Letter has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Scarlet Letter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Scarlet Letter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Scarlet Letter (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Scarlet Letter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Scarlet Letter worth watching?
- The Scarlet Letter holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Scarlet Letter?
- The Scarlet Letter stars Lillian Gish, Lars Hanson, Henry B. Walthall, Karl Dane and William H. Tooker.