Salomé (1923): cast, story & where to watch

1923 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1923, Salomé is a fantasy, drama and horror film directed by Alla Nazimova, running about 74 minutes.

What it’s about. Based on Oscar Wilde's play, the films tells the story of how Salomé agrees to dance for King Herod in return for the head of John the Baptist.

Who’s in it. Salomé stars Alla Nazimova as Salomé, Nigel De Brulier as Jokaanan, the Prophet, Mitchell Lewis as Herod, Tetrarch of Judea and Rose Dione as Herodias, wife of Herod, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Salomé has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Salomé page.

If you liked it. Fans of Salomé tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Salomé (1923)?
In US, Salomé is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Salomé worth watching?
Salomé holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Salomé?
Salomé stars Alla Nazimova, Nigel De Brulier, Mitchell Lewis, Rose Dione and Earl Schenck.
When was Salomé released?
Salomé was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.