The Polish Dancer (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1917, The Polish Dancer is a drama and romance film directed by Aleksander Hertz, running about 48 minutes.
What it’s about. A wild young girl runs away from her parents' house to support herself and attracts the attentions of a married man, who is prepared to abandon his wife and child for her.
Who’s in it. The Polish Dancer stars Pola Negri as Pola Basznikow, Witold Kuncewicz as Aleksy, Jan Pawlowski as Dymitr and Maria Duleba as Sonia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Polish Dancer 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 The Polish Dancer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Polish Dancer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Polish Dancer (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Polish Dancer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Polish Dancer worth watching?
- The Polish Dancer holds an audience score of 5.5 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 The Polish Dancer?
- The Polish Dancer stars Pola Negri, Witold Kuncewicz, Jan Pawlowski, Maria Duleba and Lya Mara.
- When was The Polish Dancer released?
- The Polish Dancer was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 48 minutes.