Broken Hearts (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1926, Broken Hearts is a drama film directed by Maurice Schwartz, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. A Jewish writer in Czarist Russia is forced to flee when the government comes after him for his "objectionable" writings. He emigrates to the US, where he settles in New York City's Lower East Side.
Who’s in it. Broken Hearts stars Maurice Schwartz as Benjamin Rezanov, Lila Lee as Ruth Esterin, Wolf Goldfaden as Cantor Esterin and Bina Abramowitz as Mama Esterin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Broken Hearts 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 Broken Hearts page.
If you liked it. Fans of Broken Hearts tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Broken Hearts (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Broken Hearts change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Broken Hearts worth watching?
- Broken Hearts 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 Broken Hearts?
- Broken Hearts stars Maurice Schwartz, Lila Lee, Wolf Goldfaden, Bina Abramowitz and Isidore Cashier.
- When was Broken Hearts released?
- Broken Hearts was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.