Forbidden Love (1921) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

Released in 1921, Forbidden Love is a drame film directed by Philip Van Loan, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. New England fisherman John Van Zandt sons Harold and Peter are in love with Eileen Arden, though she favors the younger brother Harold. The jealous Peter convinces Eileen that Harold is circulating false rumors about her, then convinces his younger brother to move to Boston. Six years later, John is unable to work so Harold returns to help support the family, finding employment as a lighthouse keeper. Peter jealousy is once again aroused and his drunken rage results in the death of his child, Anne. After realizing that Eileen knows of his deceit years earlier, Peter attempts to kill Harold in the lighthouse, but instead falls to his own death during the ensuing struggle.

Who’s in it. Forbidden Love stars Creighton Hale as Harold Van Zandt, George MacQuarrie as Peter Van Zandt, Marguerite Clayton as Eileen Arden and Peggy Shaw as Muriel Martin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Forbidden Love has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Forbidden Love page.

If you liked it. Fans of Forbidden Love tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.