Dante's inferno (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1924, Dante's inferno is a drama, horror and romance film directed by Henry Otto, running about 60 minutes. “The Picture The World Is Waiting for” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The tactics of a vicious slumlord and greedy businessman finally drive a distraught man to commit suicide. The businessman is tried for murder and executed, and is afterward taken by demons to the Hell where he will spend the rest of eternity. .
Who’s in it. Dante's inferno stars Ralph Lewis as Mortimer Judd, William Scott as Ernest Judd, Pauline Starke as Marjorie Vernon and Josef Swickard as Eugene Craig, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Dante's inferno has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dante's inferno page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dante's inferno tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dante's inferno (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dante's inferno change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dante's inferno worth watching?
- Dante's inferno holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, horror and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dante's inferno?
- Dante's inferno stars Ralph Lewis, William Scott, Pauline Starke, Josef Swickard and Gloria Grey.
- When was Dante's inferno released?
- Dante's inferno was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.