Drums of Love (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1928, Drums of Love is a drama and romance film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 100 minutes. “Based on the Historical Incident of Francesca da Rimini” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A princess is betrothed to a deformed monarch, but falls hard for his handsome brother.
Who’s in it. Drums of Love stars Mary Philbin as Princess Emanuella, Lionel Barrymore as Duke Cathos de Alvia, Don Alvarado as Count Leonardo de Alvia and Tully Marshall as Bopi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Drums of Love has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Drums of Love page.
If you liked it. Fans of Drums of Love tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Drums of Love (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Drums of Love change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Drums of Love worth watching?
- Drums of Love holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Drums of Love?
- Drums of Love stars Mary Philbin, Lionel Barrymore, Don Alvarado, Tully Marshall and Eugenie Besserer.
- When was Drums of Love released?
- Drums of Love was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.