The Dangerous Maid (1923): cast, story & where to watch

1923 · Film

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Released in 1923, The Dangerous Maid is a comedy and drama film directed by Victor Heerman, running about 80 minutes. “The tale of a madcap maid in days of old when knights were bold- you'll learn a thing or two from this flapper of 1662” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Barbara Winslow helps her rebel brother, Rupert, escape from the king's forces by disguising herself as him. Captain Prothero captures her, but he has fallen for Barbara's charms so he lets her go. As a result they are both arrested and imprisoned.

Who’s in it. The Dangerous Maid stars Constance Talmadge as Barbara Winslow, Conway Tearle as Capt. Miles Prothero, Morgan Wallace as Col. Percy Kirk and Charles K. Gerrard as Sir Peter Dare, among others.

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

If you liked it. Fans of The Dangerous Maid tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Dangerous Maid (1923)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dangerous Maid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Dangerous Maid?
The Dangerous Maid stars Constance Talmadge, Conway Tearle, Morgan Wallace, Charles K. Gerrard and Marjorie Daw.
When was The Dangerous Maid released?
The Dangerous Maid was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.