The Patriot (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1928, The Patriot is a drama film directed by Ernst Lubitsch, running about 113 minutes. “These characters will fascinate you!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 18th-Century Russia, the Czar, Paul, is surrounded by murderous plots and trusts only Count Pahlen. Pahlen wishes to protect his friend, the mad king, but because of the horror of the king's acts, he feels that he must remove him from the throne.
Who’s in it. The Patriot stars Emil Jannings as Czar Paul I, Florence Vidor as Countess Ostermann, Lewis Stone as Count Pahlen and Vera Voronina as Mademoiselle Lapoukhine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Patriot has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Patriot page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Patriot tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Patriot (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Patriot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Patriot worth watching?
- The Patriot holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Patriot?
- The Patriot stars Emil Jannings, Florence Vidor, Lewis Stone, Vera Voronina and Neil Hamilton.
- When was The Patriot released?
- The Patriot was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.