The Shady Lady (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 1928, The Shady Lady is a drama film directed by Edward H. Griffith, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. The Shady Lady is a 1928 sound part-talkie American drama film directed by Edward H. Griffith.
Who’s in it. The Shady Lady stars Phyllis Haver as Lola Mantell, Robert Armstrong as Blake, Louis Wolheim as Professor Holbrook and Russell Gleason as Haley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Shady Lady sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shady Lady page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shady Lady tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shady Lady (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shady Lady change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shady Lady worth watching?
- The Shady Lady holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Shady Lady?
- The Shady Lady stars Phyllis Haver, Robert Armstrong, Louis Wolheim, Russell Gleason and Jim Farley.
- When was The Shady Lady released?
- The Shady Lady was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.