The Unknown

Name: The Unknown
Released: 1927-05-29
Rating: 7.5

7.5/10 (213)

·1927· 68 min

Director: Tod Browning

"Don't miss this startling spectacle!"

On the lam, criminal Alonzo hides in the circus as The Armless Wonder—a performer who uses his feet to hurl knives. Alonzo keeps the arms he really has concealed to hide his identity. Meanwhile, ringmaster's daughter Nanon has a phobia of being touched by men, but is romantically pursued by not only Alonzo but the strongman Malabar. Alonzo's desperation to remain with Nanon will only end in tragedy.

Where to Watch

Criterion Channel

Bloodstream

Trailer

Cast

Lon Chaney

Alonzo

Norman Kerry

Malabar

Joan Crawford

Nanon Zanzi

Nick De Ruiz

Antonio Zanzi

John George

Cojo

Frank Lanning

Costra

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Tom Amandares

Gypsy Running to Zanzi's Death Scene (uncredited)

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Margaret Bert

Fortune Teller (uncredited)

Louise Emmons

Gypsy Woman (uncredited)

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Italia Frandi

Girl in Audience Flirting with Malabar (uncredited)

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Venezia Frandi

Woman in Audience (uncredited)

Polly Moran

Landlady / Servant in Audience (uncredited)

In brief

The Unknown (1927) is a drama, thriller, romance film. With an average rating of 7.5/10 from 213 votes, it's one of the higher-rated titles. The film runs 1h 8min. You can stream it on: Criterion Channel, Bloodstream.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Unknown online?

The Unknown is available on the following streaming services: Criterion Channel, Bloodstream. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.

How long is The Unknown?

The Unknown runs 68 minutes (1h 8min).

What rating does The Unknown have?

The Unknown has an average rating of 7.5/10 based on 213 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is The Unknown from?

The Unknown was released in 1927.