The Blackbird
1926, English. Directed by Tod Browning.
"The Man of a Thousand Faces"
Two thieves, the Blackbird and West End Bertie, fall for the same girl, a French nightclub performer named Fifi. Each man tries to outdo the other to win her heart.
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Blackbird isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Tod BrowningDirector
- Lon ChaneyDan - The Blackbird / The Bishop
- Owen MooreBertram P. Glayde aka West End Bertie
- Renée AdoréeFifi Lorraine
- Doris LloydLimehouse Polly
- Andy MacLennanThe Shadow
- William WestonRed
- Sidney BraceyBertie's No. 1 Man
- Ernie AdamsBertie's No. 2 Man
- Charles AveryMusic Hall Patron (uncredited)
- Lionel BelmoreMusic Hall Proprietor (uncredited)
- Margaret BertMinor Role (uncredited)
- Peggy BestMinor Role (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 13 February 1926
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Tod Browning, Waldemar Young
- Budget
- $166K
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The Blackbird: quick answers
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How long is The Blackbird?
The Blackbird runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).
Does The Blackbird have a post-credits scene?
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The Blackbird parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Blackbird is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Blackbird on?
The Blackbird isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Blackbird?
If you liked The Blackbird, try They Live by Night, Fallen Angel, You Only Live Once.
Who directed The Blackbird?
The Blackbird (1926) was directed by Tod Browning and stars Lon Chaney, Owen Moore, Renée Adorée.