Scarlet Youth (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film
Released in 1928, Scarlet Youth is a drama film directed by William Hughes Curran, running about 70 minutes. “See the picture that exposes and explains sex.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A country girl is seduced by a criminal and moves with him to the big city. When she sees him with another woman, she leaves him and goes to work in a brothel, where she contracts a venereal disease.
Who’s in it. Scarlet Youth stars Corliss Palmer, David Findlay, Mary Foy and Alphonse Martell, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scarlet Youth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scarlet Youth tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Scarlet Youth (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scarlet Youth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Scarlet Youth?
- Scarlet Youth stars Corliss Palmer, David Findlay, Mary Foy, Alphonse Martell and Connie La Mont.
- When was Scarlet Youth released?
- Scarlet Youth was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.