Avalanche (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1923, Avalanche is a drama film directed by Michael Curtiz, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. At the urging of his dying aunt, a young man of limited means forgoes marriage into comfortable society. He becomes husband to an unwed mother and father to a child. Their meager existence is threatened, however, when the woman he left at the altar reenters his life.
Who’s in it. Avalanche stars Lilly Marischka as Kitty, Mary Kid as Marie Vandeau, Victor Varconi as George Vandeau and Walter Marischka as The Child, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Avalanche 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 Avalanche page.
If you liked it. Fans of Avalanche tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Avalanche (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Avalanche change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Avalanche worth watching?
- Avalanche holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Avalanche?
- Avalanche stars Lilly Marischka, Mary Kid, Victor Varconi, Walter Marischka and Mathilde Danegger.
- When was Avalanche released?
- Avalanche was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.