The Spitfire (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1924, The Spitfire is a drama film directed by Christy Cabanne, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Following a scandalous poker party, Douglas Kenyon acts as escort to Marcia Walsh, a showgirl whom he "wins" in a game. When it is discovered that she has spent the night in his apartment, though innocently, he is discharged from the bank where he works. He then is separated from his sweetheart, Jean Bronson, who becomes an actress when he plans to prosecute her grandfather. After many complications, including the heroine's rescue from an unscrupulous theatrical producer, the lovers are reunited.
Who’s in it. The Spitfire stars Betty Blythe as Jean Bronson, Lowell Sherman as Horace Fleming, Elliott Dexter as Douglas Kenyon and Robert Warwick as Oliver Blair, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Spitfire 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 Spitfire page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Spitfire tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Spitfire (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Spitfire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Spitfire worth watching?
- The Spitfire holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Spitfire?
- The Spitfire stars Betty Blythe, Lowell Sherman, Elliott Dexter, Robert Warwick and Pauline Garon.
- When was The Spitfire released?
- The Spitfire was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.