The Crimson Gardenia (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film
Released in 1919, The Crimson Gardenia is a drama and adventure film directed by Reginald Barker, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Wastrel New York millionaire Roland Van Dam travels to New Orleans during Mardi Gras, looking for adventure and romance. Because the costume he is wearing includes a red gardenia, he is mistaken for escaped prisoner Emile Le Duc by a woman (who turns out to be a long-lost cousin) who was to meet Le Duc, who was to be wearing a red gardenia. It turns out that Le Duc is the head of a vicious gang of counterfeiters, and Roland winds up getting in more adventures than he had hoped for.
Who’s in it. The Crimson Gardenia stars Owen Moore as Roland Van Dam, Hedda Nova as Madelon Dorette, Hector V. Sarno as Emile Le Duc and Sydney Deane as Papa la Forge (as Sidney Deane), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Crimson Gardenia page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Crimson Gardenia tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Crimson Gardenia (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Crimson Gardenia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Crimson Gardenia?
- The Crimson Gardenia stars Owen Moore, Hedda Nova, Hector V. Sarno, Sydney Deane and Tully Marshall.
- When was The Crimson Gardenia released?
- The Crimson Gardenia was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.