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The Sheik

The Sheik

A photoplay of tempestuous love between a madcap English beauty and a bronzed Arab chief!

Sheik Ahmed desperately desires feisty British socialite Diana, so he abducts her and carries her off to his luxurious tent-palace in the desert. The free-spirited Diana recoils from his passionate embraces and yearns to be released. Later, allowed to go into the desert, she escapes and makes her way across the sands...

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Sheik
  • Genres: Adventure, Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1921-11-20
  • Runtime: 66 minutes
  • Rating: 5.908/10 (60 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.3186
  • Languages: No Language

Cast & Crew

Rudolph Valentino

Rudolph Valentino

as Sheik Ahmed Ben Hassan

Agnes Ayres

Agnes Ayres

as Lady Diana Mayo

Ruth Miller

Ruth Miller

as Zilah - A Marriage Market Prospect

George Waggner

George Waggner

as Yousaef - Tribal Chieftain (as George Waggener)

Frank Butler

Frank Butler

as Sir Aubrey Mayo

Charles Brinley

Charles Brinley

as Mustapha Ali - Diana's Guide (as Charles Brindley)

Lucien Littlefield

Lucien Littlefield

as Gaston - French Valet

Adolphe Menjou

Adolphe Menjou

as Dr. Raoul de St. Hubert

Walter Long

Walter Long

as Omair - the Bandit

Sally Blane

Sally Blane

as Arab Child (uncredited)

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Trailers & Clips

The Sheik (1921) - with Rudolph Valentino

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sheik?

The Sheik is a Adventure, Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1921-11-20.

Who are the main actors in The Sheik?

The main cast includes Rudolph Valentino, Agnes Ayres, Ruth Miller, George Waggner, Frank Butler, .

Where can I watch The Sheik online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Sheik is available.

Is The Sheik based on a true story?

A photoplay of tempestuous love between a madcap English beauty and a bronzed Arab chief!

What is the IMDb rating of The Sheik?

The Sheik has an IMDb rating of 5.908/10 based on 60 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Sheik?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Sheik?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures, Famous Players-Lasky Corporation. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Sheik filmed?

The Sheik was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Sheik?

The total runtime of The Sheik is 66 minutes.

Is The Sheik suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Sheik?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Sheik.

Does The Sheik have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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