The Johnstown Flood (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1926, The Johnstown Flood is a drama film directed by Irving Cummings, running about 67 minutes. “The Thrilling Romance of a Boy and Girl who survived the Terrifying Experience of THE JOHNSTOWN FLOOD” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A dramatic recreation of the Johnstown Flood of 1889.
Who’s in it. The Johnstown Flood stars George O’Brien as Tom O'Day, Florence Gilbert as Gloria Hamilton, Janet Gaynor as Anna Burger and Anders Randolf as John Hamilton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Johnstown Flood has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Johnstown Flood page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Johnstown Flood tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Johnstown Flood (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Johnstown Flood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Johnstown Flood worth watching?
- The Johnstown Flood holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Johnstown Flood?
- The Johnstown Flood stars George O’Brien, Florence Gilbert, Janet Gaynor, Anders Randolf and Paul Nicholson.
- When was The Johnstown Flood released?
- The Johnstown Flood was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.