The High Sign (1921): cast, story & where to watch
1921 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1921, The High Sign is a comedy and crime film directed by Buster Keaton, running about 21 minutes. “What A Predicament!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Buster is thrown off a train near an amusement park. There he gets a job in a shooting gallery run by the Blinking Buzzards mob. Ordered to kill a businessman, he winds up protecting the man and his daughter by outfitting their home with trick devices.
Who’s in it. The High Sign stars Buster Keaton as Our Hero, Bartine Burkett as Miss Nickelnurser, Charles Dorety as Gang Member and Joe Roberts as Leader of Buzzards, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The High Sign has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The High Sign page.
If you liked it. Fans of The High Sign tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The High Sign (1921)?
- In US, The High Sign is available to stream on IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The High Sign worth watching?
- The High Sign holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The High Sign?
- The High Sign stars Buster Keaton, Bartine Burkett, Charles Dorety, Joe Roberts and Al St. John.
- When was The High Sign released?
- The High Sign was released in 1921, with a runtime of about 21 minutes.