The Drag Net (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film
Released in 1928, The Drag Net is a drama and crime film directed by Josef von Sternberg, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. A 1928 silent film crime drama produced by Famous Players-Lasky and distributed by Paramount Pictures, directed by Josef von Sternberg from an original screen story and starring George Bancroft and Evelyn Brent.
Who’s in it. The Drag Net stars George Bancroft as Two-Gun Nolan, William Powell as Dapper Frank Trent, Evelyn Brent as The Magpie and Fred Kohler as 'Gabby' Steve, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Drag Net page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Drag Net tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Drag Net (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Drag Net change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Drag Net?
- The Drag Net stars George Bancroft, William Powell, Evelyn Brent, Fred Kohler and Leslie Fenton.
- When was The Drag Net released?
- The Drag Net was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.