The Auctioneer (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film
Released in 1927, The Auctioneer is a comedy and drama film directed by Alfred E. Green, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Simon, a young Jewish man emigrating to the US, adopts the daughter of a dying woman on the ship. After he settles in the US, he eventually builds up a successful business as a pawnbroker and auctioneer. His adopted daughter Ruth falls in love with a young Wall Street broker, and her father invests his fortune in the young man's firm. However, a crooked broker at the firm causes Simon to lose all his money, and he must start all over again. He sets out to track down the crooked broker and get his money back.
Who’s in it. The Auctioneer stars George Sidney as Simon Levi, Marian Nixon as Ruth Levi, Gareth Hughes as Richard Eagan and Doris Lloyd as Esther Levi, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Auctioneer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Auctioneer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Auctioneer (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Auctioneer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Auctioneer?
- The Auctioneer stars George Sidney, Marian Nixon, Gareth Hughes, Doris Lloyd and Ward Crane.
- When was The Auctioneer released?
- The Auctioneer was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.