Movie

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

“AN EPIC OF REALISM With its great scenes of Argentine-its intimate views of Parisian life-its titanic battle scenes-its massive settings-its tremendous realism-its faithful reproduction of the vital story-its mighty drama-its soul stirring romance.”

★ 6.6(60)19212h 36m

War Romance Drama

IMDb

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home in United States. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 25 July 2026.

Where to watch The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

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Good to know

Director: Rex Ingram
Release date: 1921-03-06
Runtime: 2h 36m
Language: No Language
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Metro Pictures Corporation

About The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse is a 1921 movie in the War, Romance and Drama genres, directed by Rex Ingram, starring Rudolph Valentino, Josef Swickard and Alice Terry. It has a runtime of 2 hours 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 60 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Set in the years before and during World War I, this epic tale tells the story of a rich Argentine family, one of its two descending branches being half of French heritage, the other being half German. Following the death of the family patriarch, the man's two daughters and their families resettle to France and Germany, respectively. In time the Great War breaks out, putting members of the family on opposing sides.

Cast

Rudolph Valentino

Julio Desnoyers

Josef Swickard

Marcelo Desnoyers

Alice Terry

Marguerite Laurier

Alan Hale

Karl von Hartrott

Pomeroy Cannon

Madariaga

Bridgetta Clark

Doña Luisa

Virginia Warwick

Chichí

Mabel Van Buren

Elena

Stuart Holmes

Otto von Hartrott

John St. Polis

Etienne Laurier

Mark Fenton

Senator Lacour

Derek Ghent

René Lacour

Themes & keywords

nurseworld war iartisttangocastledutyargentinalove affairdestructiondeathsilent filmfiring squadfour horsemen of the apocalypseunfaithful wifewealthy family

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in United States?+

In United States, The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse on Netflix?+

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse?+

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse has a runtime of 2 hours 36 minutes (156 minutes).

Who stars in The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse?+

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse stars Rudolph Valentino, Josef Swickard, Alice Terry, Alan Hale and Pomeroy Cannon.

When did The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse come out?+

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse is a 1921 movie directed by Rex Ingram.

What genre is The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse?+

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse is War, Romance and Drama film.

Who directed The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse?+

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse was directed by Rex Ingram.