The White Shadow (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1924, The White Shadow is a drama film directed by Graham Cutts, running about 44 minutes. “Two girls, cast in the same mold physically, but in soul and character as far apart as the poles.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The White Shadow is a British drama film directed by Graham Cutts based on the novel "Children of Chance" by Michael Morton. Alfred Hitchcock worked on it as assistant director and also handled the writing, editing, and art direction. The film was long thought to be lost. In August 2011, it was announced that the first three reels of the six-reel picture had been found in a garden shed and donated to the NFPF. The film cans were mislabled Two Sisters and Unidentified American Film and only later identified. The film was restored by Park Road Studios and is now in the New Zealand Film Archive.
Who’s in it. The White Shadow stars Betty Compson as Nancy Brent / Georgina Brent, Clive Brook as Robin Field, Henry Victor as Louis Chadwick and A.B. Imeson as Mr. Brent, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The White Shadow has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The White Shadow page.
If you liked it. Fans of The White Shadow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The White Shadow (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The White Shadow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The White Shadow worth watching?
- The White Shadow holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The White Shadow?
- The White Shadow stars Betty Compson, Clive Brook, Henry Victor, A.B. Imeson and Olaf Hytten.
- When was The White Shadow released?
- The White Shadow was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 44 minutes.