Steele of the Royal Mounted (1925): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1925, Steele of the Royal Mounted is a drama and western film directed by David Smith, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. In order to arouse the jealousy of Philip Steele, a wealthy young man who is infatuated with her, Isobel Becker introduces her father to him as her husband. Steele is bitterly disappointed and before Isobel can explain her little joke, he leaves and joins the Northwest Mounted Police, in which he soon distinguishes himself. He is assigned to bring in Bucky Nome, a notorious gambler and lecher who is wanted for murder. Colonel Becker, Isobel's wealthy father, is interested in the fur business and goes to Canada, taking her with him. Bucky wrecks the pleasure train on which they are riding and kidnaps Isobel. Steele eventually catches up with Bucky, bringing him to justice and rescuing Isobel. The subdued girl explains her joke, and Steele resigns from the force, again taking his place in polite society.

Who’s in it. Steele of the Royal Mounted stars Bert Lytell as Philip Steele, Stuart Holmes as Bucky Nome, Charlotte Merriam as Isobel Becker and Mabel Julienne Scott as Mrs. Thorpe, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Steele of the Royal Mounted 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 Steele of the Royal Mounted page.

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