The Barker (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film
Released in 1928, The Barker is a drama and romance film directed by George Fitzmaurice, running about 80 minutes. “You'll Hear What You See! Perfect recording of voice and action!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A successful carnival barker deals with the arrival of his eager son, who he'd hoped would stay far from the carnival world, his son's entanglement with a showgirl, and his own jealous mistress.
Who’s in it. The Barker stars Milton Sills as Nifty Miller, Dorothy Mackaill as Lou, Betty Compson as Carrie and Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Chris Miller, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Barker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Barker tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Barker (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Barker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Barker?
- The Barker stars Milton Sills, Dorothy Mackaill, Betty Compson, Douglas Fairbanks Jr. and Sylvia Ashton.
- When was The Barker released?
- The Barker was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.