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The Thief of Bagdad
Directed by Raoul Walsh
1924•2h 35m•NR•★ 7.6
Adventure / Family / Fantasy
Synopsis
A roguish, athletic thief in ancient Bagdad falls in love with the Caliph's beautiful daughter, embarking on a perilous quest across magical realms—battling sea monsters, flying carpets, and winged steeds—to win her hand. Douglas Fairbanks' monumental fantasy spectacle with sets by William Cameron Menzies.
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Cast & Crew
DirectorRaoul Walsh
WriterAchmed Abdullah
CinematographyArthur Edeson
MusicMortimer Wilson
Principal Cast
Douglas FairbanksThe Thief of Bagdad
Snitz EdwardsHis Evil Associate
Charles BelcherThe Holy Man
Julanne JohnstonThe Princess
Sôjin KamiyamaThe Mongol Prince
Anna May WongThe Mongol Slave
Brandon HurstThe Caliph
Tote Du CrowThe Soothsayer
Technical Specifications
Runtime2h 35m (155 mins)
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Production Details
DirectorRaoul Walsh
LanguagesEnglish
CountryUS
StudioDouglas Fairbanks Pictures • United Artists
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