The Shark (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1920, The Shark is a crime and drama film directed by Dell Henderson, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Shark Rawley is a sailor aboard the tramp steamer Aurora , presided over by a brutal captain named Sanchez. While ashore one night, Shark and Sanchez encounter society girl Doris Selby and her friends on a slumming expedition at a dockside bar called the Wine Room. Entrapped by some of the predatory characters that infest the place, Doris escapes through a cellar only to abducted by Sanchez who then takes her to the Aurora.
Who’s in it. The Shark stars George Walsh as Shark Rawley, Robert Broderick as Rodman Selby, William Nally as Sanchez and James T. Mack as Hump Logan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Shark 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 Shark page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shark tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shark (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shark worth watching?
- The Shark holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Shark?
- The Shark stars George Walsh, Robert Broderick, William Nally, James T. Mack and Henry W. Pemberton.
- When was The Shark released?
- The Shark was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.