The New York Idea (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1920, The New York Idea is a comedy film directed by Herbert Blaché, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Rich but frivolous, Cynthia and John Karslake obscure their love for each other by their constant quarreling. Cynthia grows jealous of her husband when, one day at the races, she notices Vida Phillimore, a recent divorcée, flirting with him. Using this incident to inflame all her other petty grievances, Cynthia ends up in divorce court presided over by Vida's ex-husband, Judge Phillip Phillimore.
Who’s in it. The New York Idea stars Alice Brady as Cynthia Karslake, Lowell Sherman as John Karslake, Hedda Hopper as Vida Phillimore and Edwards Davis as Bishop Matthew Phillimore, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The New York Idea 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 New York Idea page.
If you liked it. Fans of The New York Idea tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The New York Idea (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The New York Idea change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The New York Idea worth watching?
- The New York Idea holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The New York Idea?
- The New York Idea stars Alice Brady, Lowell Sherman, Hedda Hopper, Edwards Davis and Emily Fitzroy.
- When was The New York Idea released?
- The New York Idea was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.