The Boomerang (1925): cast, story & where to watch
1925 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 1925, The Boomerang is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Louis J. Gasnier, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Lacking patients, Dr. Sumner sets himself up as a psychologist and opens a sanitarium, becoming quite successful. Virginia Zelva, a clairvoyant who wants to get into what she regards as a racket, signs on as his nurse. Sumner falls in love with Virginia and, after numerous complications, wins her for his bride.
Who’s in it. The Boomerang stars Anita Stewart as Virginia Zelva, Bert Lytell as Dr. Sumner, Donald Keith as Budd and Mary McAllister as Grace Tyler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Boomerang 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 Boomerang page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boomerang tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Boomerang (1925)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boomerang change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Boomerang worth watching?
- The Boomerang holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Boomerang?
- The Boomerang stars Anita Stewart, Bert Lytell, Donald Keith, Mary McAllister and Ned Sparks.
- When was The Boomerang released?
- The Boomerang was released in 1925, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.