The Golden Butterfly (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film

Released in 1926, The Golden Butterfly is a drama film directed by Michael Curtiz, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. A restaurant cashier, who has a mutual attraction to the restauranteur, has a secret passion for dance. As soon as she finishes work she is off down to the dance studio for a practice. She has a chance meeting with a handsome impresario, who promises to make her into the greatest dancer the world has ever known. (IMDb)
Who’s in it. The Golden Butterfly stars Hermann Leffler, Lili Damita as Lilian, Nils Asther as Andy McFarland and Jack Trevor as Teddy, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Golden Butterfly page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Golden Butterfly tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Golden Butterfly (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Golden Butterfly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Golden Butterfly?
- The Golden Butterfly stars Hermann Leffler, Lili Damita, Nils Asther, Jack Trevor and Curt Bois.
- When was The Golden Butterfly released?
- The Golden Butterfly was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.