East Meets West (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film
Released in 1936, East Meets West is a drama and romance film directed by Herbert Mason, running about 69 minutes. “FASCINATING Woman-Hating Rajah- His Best Role Yet!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story of an Eastern sultan who is inordinately proud of his son. The young man bids fair to break his father's heart by conducting an affair with the wife of a notorious criminal.
Who’s in it. East Meets West stars George Arliss as Sultan of Rungay, Lucie Mannheim as Marguerite Carter, Godfrey Tearle as Sir Henry Mallory and Romney Brent as Dr. Shagu, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch East Meets West page.
If you liked it. Fans of East Meets West tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch East Meets West (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for East Meets West change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in East Meets West?
- East Meets West stars George Arliss, Lucie Mannheim, Godfrey Tearle, Romney Brent and Ballard Berkeley.
- When was East Meets West released?
- East Meets West was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.