Salute (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1929, Salute is a drama and romance film directed by John Ford, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. A comedy-romance about rival brothers attending a military academy.
Who’s in it. Salute stars George O’Brien as Cadet John Randall, Helen Chandler as Nancy Wayne, William Janney as Midshipman Paul Randall and Stepin Fetchit as Smoke Screen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Salute has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Salute page.
If you liked it. Fans of Salute tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Salute (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Salute change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Salute worth watching?
- Salute holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Salute?
- Salute stars George O’Brien, Helen Chandler, William Janney, Stepin Fetchit and Frank Albertson.
- When was Salute released?
- Salute was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.