The Scarlet Letter
Director: Victor Sjöström
In Puritan Boston, seamstress Hester Prynne and kindly Reverend Arthur Dimmesdale fall in love. After Dimmesdale must go away for a time to England, he returns to discover that Hester has given birth to their child and is the focus of local censure.
Cast
Lillian Gish
Hester Prynne
Lars Hanson
Rev. Arthur Dimmesdale
Henry B. Walthall
Roger Prynne aka Roger Chillingworth
Karl Dane
Giles
William H. Tooker
The Governor
Marcelle Corday
Mistress Hibbins
Fred Herzog
The Jailer
Jules Cowles
The Beadle
Mary Hawes
Patience
Joyce Coad
Pearl
James A. Marcus
A Sea Captain
Polly Moran
Jeering Townswoman (uncredited)
In brief
The Scarlet Letter (1927) is a drama, history film. With an average rating of 7.1/10 from 33 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 37min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Scarlet Letter online?
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How long is The Scarlet Letter?
The Scarlet Letter runs 97 minutes (1h 37min).
What rating does The Scarlet Letter have?
The Scarlet Letter has an average rating of 7.1/10 based on 33 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Scarlet Letter from?
The Scarlet Letter was released in 1927.
