The Exile (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1931, The Exile is a drama film directed by Oscar Micheaux, running about 78 minutes. “Mighty Modern All Talking Epic Of Negro Life” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An idealistic young man is torn between a sultry nightclub owner in Chicago and a Scottish farmgirl in South Dakota.
Who’s in it. The Exile stars Eunice Brooks as Edith Duval, Stanley Morell as Jean Baptiste, Celeste Cole as A Singer and Kathleen Noisette as Madge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Exile has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Exile page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Exile tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Exile (1931)?
- In US, The Exile is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Exile worth watching?
- The Exile holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Exile?
- The Exile stars Eunice Brooks, Stanley Morell, Celeste Cole, Kathleen Noisette and Charles R. Moore.
- When was The Exile released?
- The Exile was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.