The Exquisite Sinner (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film
Released in 1926, The Exquisite Sinner is a drama and romance film directed by Phil Rosen, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Adapted by Alice Duer Miller from a novel by Alden Brooks, the film concerns a young man who forsakes the humdrum business world for the bohemian life of an artist. Josef von Sternberg had been the original director of Exquisite Sinner, but MGM was dissatisfied with the picture and refused to release it. When the film finally surfaced in 1926 (a full year after its completion), it had been radically altered by staff director Phil Rosen.
Who’s in it. The Exquisite Sinner stars Conrad Nagel as Dominique Prad, Renée Adorée as Silda, Paulette Duval as Yvonne and Frank Currier as Colonel, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Exquisite Sinner page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Exquisite Sinner tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Exquisite Sinner (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Exquisite Sinner change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Exquisite Sinner?
- The Exquisite Sinner stars Conrad Nagel, Renée Adorée, Paulette Duval, Frank Currier and George K. Arthur.
- When was The Exquisite Sinner released?
- The Exquisite Sinner was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.