The Price They Pay (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film
Released in 1924, The Price They Pay is a drama and crime film directed by Erkki Karu, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. Fisherman Eerik Storm (Wilho Ilmari) is in danger of losing his home and agrees to get money to be piloted by smugglers (Axel Slangus, Uuno Aarto, Sven Relander, Armas Fredman, Berndt Lindahl). When the customs officers (Yrjö Somersalmi, Kosti Hypén, A. Virtanen) surprise the smugglers, a chase and a firefight ensue, in which the customs officers are confronted with water. By trading his life, Erik saves the customs officers. The film ends with an engagement party for Eerik and the pilot's eldest daughter Kirsti (Irja Lindström).
Who’s in it. The Price They Pay stars Wilho Ilmari as Eerik Storm, Wilhelmiina Tuukkanen as Maria Storm, Emil Lindh as Yrjö Boman and Agnes Lindh as Loviisa, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Price They Pay page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Price They Pay tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Price They Pay (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Price They Pay change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Price They Pay?
- The Price They Pay stars Wilho Ilmari, Wilhelmiina Tuukkanen, Emil Lindh, Agnes Lindh and Uuno Aarto.
- When was The Price They Pay released?
- The Price They Pay was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.