The Man from Downing Street (1922): cast, story & where to watch
1922 · Film
Released in 1922, The Man from Downing Street is an adventure film directed by Edward José, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Earle Williams, known for his manly, often dignified, characters, was well cast in this mystery, which keeps the audience guessing until the very end. Someone in India is deciphering secret codes and passing information from London's Downing Street to the natives, so Captain Robert Kent (Williams) comes down from London to investigate. He disguises himself as a Rajah, and Colonel Wentworth (Charles Hill Mailes) introduces him to the colony.
Who’s in it. The Man from Downing Street stars Earle Williams as Capt. Robert Kent, Charles Hill Mailes as Col. Wentworth, Boris Karloff as Maharajah Jehan and Betty Ross Clarke as Doris Burnham, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man from Downing Street page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man from Downing Street tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man from Downing Street (1922)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man from Downing Street change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Man from Downing Street?
- The Man from Downing Street stars Earle Williams, Charles Hill Mailes, Boris Karloff, Betty Ross Clarke and Kathryn Adams.
- When was The Man from Downing Street released?
- The Man from Downing Street was released in 1922, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.