Revenge (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1918, Revenge is a drama and western film directed by Tod Browning, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Easterner Alva Leigh arrives in the mining town of Magnet just after her fiancé, Donald Jaffray, has been murdered. Because Alva has sworn vengeance, "Sudden" Duncan, the real murderer, accuses Donald's partner, Dick Randall, of the crime. Knowing that Dick is planning a journey across the desert, Duncan fills his canteen with poison, but Alva, who also is determined to kill Dick, drills a hole in the canteen so that the water will drain out. After Dick's departure, Alva learns from "Tiger Lil'," who is jealous of Duncan's attention to the Eastern newcomer, that it was Duncan who killed Donald. Frantic, Alva immediately mounts a horse and rides into the desert to save the man she now recognizes as her true love. Tiger Lil' shoots Duncan in a dance hall quarrel, and Alva marries Dick.
Who’s in it. Revenge stars Edith Storey as Alva Leigh, Wheeler Oakman as Dick Randall, Ralph Lewis as "Sudden" Duncan and Alberta Ballard as "Tiger Lil'", among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Revenge has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Revenge page.
If you liked it. Fans of Revenge tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Revenge (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Revenge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Revenge worth watching?
- Revenge holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Revenge?
- Revenge stars Edith Storey, Wheeler Oakman, Ralph Lewis, Alberta Ballard and Charles West.
- When was Revenge released?
- Revenge was released in 1918, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.