The Destroying Angel (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1923, The Destroying Angel is a comedy, crime and romance film directed by W.S. Van Dyke, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Hugh Whittaker believes he is terminally ill, and, as an act of mercy, weds a young woman named Mary, who has been deserted by her lover. He travels to Europe, recovers his health, and returns to New York City, where he meets and falls in love with musical star Sara Law, unaware that she is actually his wife. Sara is abducted by kidnappers and Hugh undertakes a harrowing rescue before discovering her true identity.
Who’s in it. The Destroying Angel stars Leah Baird as Mary Miller /Sara Law, John Bowers as Hugh Miller Whittaker, Noah Beery as Curtis Drummond and Ford Sterling as Max Weil, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Destroying Angel has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Destroying Angel page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Destroying Angel tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Destroying Angel (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Destroying Angel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Destroying Angel worth watching?
- The Destroying Angel holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Destroying Angel?
- The Destroying Angel stars Leah Baird, John Bowers, Noah Beery, Ford Sterling and Mitchell Lewis.
- When was The Destroying Angel released?
- The Destroying Angel was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.