Black Shadows (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 1920, Black Shadows is a drama and horror film directed by Howard M. Mitchell, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. A victim of hypnotism begins to have compulsions to steal.
Who’s in it. Black Shadows stars Peggy Hyland as Marjorie Langdon, Alan Roscoe as Duncan Fordyce, Correan Kirkham as Janet Fordyce and Henry Hebert as Chester Barnard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Black Shadows 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 Black Shadows page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Shadows tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Shadows (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Shadows change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Shadows worth watching?
- Black Shadows holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Black Shadows?
- Black Shadows stars Peggy Hyland, Alan Roscoe, Correan Kirkham, Henry Hebert and Edwin B. Tilton.
- When was Black Shadows released?
- Black Shadows was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.