The Ballerina (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1916, The Ballerina is a drama film directed by Mauritz Stiller, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Lovers are torn apart by a noble's desire for the female half of the couple. Only twenty minutes of the original 54 minute run time survive.
Who’s in it. The Ballerina stars Dagmar Ebbesen as Ballet dancer, Lars Hanson as Wolo Czawienko, Jenny Hasselqvist as Anjuta and Thure Holm, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Ballerina 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 Ballerina page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ballerina tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ballerina (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ballerina change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ballerina worth watching?
- The Ballerina holds an audience score of 5.8 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 Ballerina?
- The Ballerina stars Dagmar Ebbesen, Lars Hanson, Jenny Hasselqvist, Thure Holm and Carl Johannesson.
- When was The Ballerina released?
- The Ballerina was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.