The Garden of Allah (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1936, The Garden of Allah is a drama, adventure and romance film directed by Richard Boleslawski, running about 79 minutes. “Two loves in conflict!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The star-crossed desert romance of a cloistered woman and a renegade monk.
Who’s in it. The Garden of Allah stars Marlene Dietrich as Domini Enfilden, Charles Boyer as Boris Androvsky, Basil Rathbone as Count Ferdinand Anteoni and C. Aubrey Smith as Father J. Roubier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Garden of Allah 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 Garden of Allah page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Garden of Allah tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Garden of Allah (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Garden of Allah change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Garden of Allah worth watching?
- The Garden of Allah holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Garden of Allah?
- The Garden of Allah stars Marlene Dietrich, Charles Boyer, Basil Rathbone, C. Aubrey Smith and Joseph Schildkraut.
- When was The Garden of Allah released?
- The Garden of Allah was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.