Ragtime (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 1927, Ragtime is a drama film directed by Scott Pembroke, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. The romance between a Tin Pan Alley songwriter and a high society girl.
Who’s in it. Ragtime stars John Bowers as Ted Mason, Marguerite De La Motte as Beth Barton, Robert Ellis as Steve Martin, aka 'Slick' and Rose Dione as Yvonne Martin, aka 'Goldie', among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Ragtime 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 Ragtime page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ragtime tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ragtime (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ragtime change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ragtime worth watching?
- Ragtime holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ragtime?
- Ragtime stars John Bowers, Marguerite De La Motte, Robert Ellis, Rose Dione and William H. Strauss.
- When was Ragtime released?
- Ragtime was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.