The Black Tulip (1921): cast, story & where to watch
1921 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1921, The Black Tulip is a drama and history film directed by Frank Richardson, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. In 17th century Holland, a faction of royalists is scheming to restore the monarchy and jail the De Witt brothers, who control the Republic. At the same time Tulip Fever is raging, and bulb-grower Cornelis van Baerle tries to obtain the secret of black tulips. Van Baerle will soon find himself threatened by radical royalists and rival bulb-grower Isaac van Boxtel.
Who’s in it. The Black Tulip stars Gerald McCarthy as Cornelis van Baerle, Eduard Verkade as Cornelis de Witt, Zoe Palmer as Rosa, dochter van de cipier and Coen Hissink as Cipier / Gryphus, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, The Black Tulip has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Tulip page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Black Tulip tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Tulip (1921)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Black Tulip change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Black Tulip worth watching?
- The Black Tulip holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Black Tulip?
- The Black Tulip stars Gerald McCarthy, Eduard Verkade, Zoe Palmer, Coen Hissink and Dio Huysmans.
- When was The Black Tulip released?
- The Black Tulip was released in 1921, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.