The Demon (1926): cast, story & where to watch

1926 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 1926, The Demon is an action, drama and western film directed by Clifford Smith, running about 50 minutes.

What it’s about. A band of marauders are burning the property of ranchers in Slocum Valley. Dane Gordon, Percival Wade's silent partner, poses as an ex-convict, joins the gang, and falls in love with Goldie Fleming, stenographer to Bat Jackson, the brains of the gang. He learns that the raids are conducted for the purpose of depreciating the properties so that they can be purchased for a song. The gang learns Dane's real identity and plots to blow him up.

Who’s in it. The Demon stars Jack Hoxie as Dane Gordon, Lola Todd as Goldie Fleming, William Welsh as Percival Wade and Jere Austin as Bat Jackson, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Demon 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 Demon page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Demon tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Demon (1926)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Demon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Demon worth watching?
The Demon holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Demon?
The Demon stars Jack Hoxie, Lola Todd, William Welsh, Jere Austin and Al J. Jennings.
When was The Demon released?
The Demon was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.