Java Head (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film
Released in 1923, Java Head is a drama and romance film directed by George Melford.
What it’s about. Gerrit Ammidon, despairing of any chance to marry his love, Nettie Vollar, because of a bitter feud between his father and her grandfather, sails to China to "get away from it all". While in Shanghai he rescues a beautiful young woman being attacked by a gang of street toughs. She turns out to be Taou Yuen, a Manchu princess. Gerrit discovers that, unless she finds a husband, she will be put to death, and he agrees to marry her. They return to Java Head, the Ammidon family home in Salem, Massachusetts, but Gerrit's "homecoming" has some unexpected consequences.
Who’s in it. Java Head stars Leatrice Joy as Taou Yuen, Jacqueline Logan as Nettie Vollar, Frederick Strong as Jeremy Ammidon and Alan Roscoe as Gerrit Ammidon (as Albert Roscoe), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Java Head page.
If you liked it. Fans of Java Head tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Java Head (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Java Head change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Java Head?
- Java Head stars Leatrice Joy, Jacqueline Logan, Frederick Strong, Alan Roscoe and Arthur Stuart Hull.
- When was Java Head released?
- Java Head was released in 1923.