The Desert Demon (1925): cast, story & where to watch
1925 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1925, The Desert Demon is a drama and western film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. After Bill Davis rescues a Native American woman from outlaw Jim Slade, he is lost in the desert, where his horse dies from thirst. Nita Randall, whose father operates a nearby mine, finds Bill in time to prevent him from suffering a similar fate. When Slade plots to take over the mine, Dad Randall kills one of outlaw's men, then dies of an injury. Bill accepts the blame and Nita turns against him. She later forgives and falls in love with Bill after he defeats Slade.
Who’s in it. The Desert Demon stars Jay Wilsey as Bill Davis, Betty Morrissey as Nita Randall, Frank Ellis as Jim Slade and Harry Todd as Snitz Doolittle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Desert 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 Desert Demon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Desert Demon tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Desert Demon (1925)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Desert Demon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Desert Demon worth watching?
- The Desert Demon holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Desert Demon?
- The Desert Demon stars Jay Wilsey, Betty Morrissey, Frank Ellis, Harry Todd and John M. O'Brien.
- When was The Desert Demon released?
- The Desert Demon was released in 1925, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.