Fool's Paradise (1921): cast, story & where to watch
1921 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1921, Fool's Paradise is a romance film directed by Cecil B. DeMille, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. In a Mexican border town Arthur befriends cantina girl Poll. She falls for him but he still loves the dancer Rosa. When the cigar Poll gives him explodes and blinds him, Arthur is duped into thinking Poll is Rosa and marries her. When his vision is surgically restored, he leaves for Siam to find Rosa.
Who’s in it. Fool's Paradise stars Dorothy Dalton as Poll Patchouli, Conrad Nagel as Arthur Phelps, Mildred Harris as Rosa Duchene and Theodore Kosloff as John Roderiguez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Fool's Paradise has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $901.9K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fool's Paradise page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fool's Paradise tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fool's Paradise (1921)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fool's Paradise change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fool's Paradise worth watching?
- Fool's Paradise holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fool's Paradise?
- Fool's Paradise stars Dorothy Dalton, Conrad Nagel, Mildred Harris, Theodore Kosloff and John Davidson.
- When was Fool's Paradise released?
- Fool's Paradise was released in 1921, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.