Tempest (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1928, Tempest is a drama and romance film directed by Sam Taylor, running about 111 minutes.
What it’s about. In the final days of Czarist Russia, a peasant is raised from the ranks to Lieutenant. The other officers, aristocrats all, resent him, and make his life difficult. He falls in love with a princess, who spurns him. When he is caught in her room, he is stripped of his rank and thrown into prison. Then comes the Red Terror, and the tables are turned.
Who’s in it. Tempest stars John Barrymore as Sergeant Ivan Markov, Camilla Horn as Princess Tamara, Louis Wolheim as Sergeant Bulba and Boris de Fast as The Peddler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Tempest 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 Tempest page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tempest tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tempest (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tempest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tempest worth watching?
- Tempest holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tempest?
- Tempest stars John Barrymore, Camilla Horn, Louis Wolheim, Boris de Fast and George Fawcett.
- When was Tempest released?
- Tempest was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.