Movie

When a Man Loves

“To love her meant-disaster...he fought the world and wrecked his life!”

★ 6.0(10)19271h 51m

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Good to know

Director: Alan Crosland
Release date: 1927-08-21
Runtime: 1h 51m
Language: No Language
Box office: $1,037,000
Budget: $528,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures

About When a Man Loves

When a Man Loves is a 1927 movie in the History and Romance genres, directed by Alan Crosland, starring John Barrymore, Dolores Costello and Warner Oland. It has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 10 viewers. Below you can see where to watch When a Man Loves in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A nobleman studying for the priesthood abandons his vocation in 18th Century France when he falls in love with a beautiful, but reluctant, courtesan.

Cast

John Barrymore

Chevalier Fabien des Grieux

Dolores Costello

Manon Lescaut

Warner Oland

André Lescaut

Sam De Grasse

Comte Guillot de Morfontaine

Holmes Herbert

Jean Tiberge

Stuart Holmes

Louis XV - King of France

Bertram Grassby

Le Duc de Richelieu

Tom Santschi

Captain of Convict Boat

Alice Belcher

Minor Role (uncredited)

Eugenie Besserer

The Landlady (uncredited)

Charles Clary

A Lay Brother (uncredited)

Marcelle Corday

Marie (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

courtesansilent film18th centurypriesthood

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch When a Man Loves in Canada?+

When a Man Loves is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is When a Man Loves on Netflix?+

When a Man Loves is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is When a Man Loves?+

When a Man Loves has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes).

Who stars in When a Man Loves?+

When a Man Loves stars John Barrymore, Dolores Costello, Warner Oland, Sam De Grasse and Holmes Herbert.

When did When a Man Loves come out?+

When a Man Loves is a 1927 movie directed by Alan Crosland.

What genre is When a Man Loves?+

When a Man Loves is History and Romance film.

Who directed When a Man Loves?+

When a Man Loves was directed by Alan Crosland.