Zaza (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1923, Zaza is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Allan Dwan, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Zaza is an actress and the favorite at an open-air theater in a small French town. When diplomat Bernard Dufresne comes to the village, he stays away for fear he will fall for her. But during one performance, while Zaza is singing on a swing, her rival cuts the rope and she falls. Zaza is badly injured and she makes Dufresne's acquaintance. A romance quickly springs up and he installs her in a villa. Their happiness is marred, however, when his wife appears.
Who’s in it. Zaza stars Gloria Swanson as Zaza, H.B. Warner as Bernard Dufresne, Ferdinand Gottschalk as Duke de Brissac and Lucille La Verne as Aunt Rosa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Zaza 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 Zaza page.
If you liked it. Fans of Zaza tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Zaza (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Zaza change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Zaza worth watching?
- Zaza holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Zaza?
- Zaza stars Gloria Swanson, H.B. Warner, Ferdinand Gottschalk, Lucille La Verne and Mary Thurman.
- When was Zaza released?
- Zaza was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.