The Penalty
1920, English. Directed by Wallace Worsley.
Blizzard, deranged from a childhood operation in which both his legs were needlessly amputated after an accident, becomes a vicious criminal, and eventually mob leader of the San Francisco underworld.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Penalty isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
- Wallace WorsleyDirector
- Lon ChaneyBlizzard
- Charles ClaryDr. Ferris
- Doris PawnBarbary Nell
- James Pier MasonFrisco Pete (as James Mason)
- Milton RossLichtenstein
- Ethel Grey TerryRose
- Kenneth HarlanDr. Wilmot Allen
- Claire AdamsBarbara Ferris
- Montgomery CarlyleA Crook (uncredited)
- Michael DarkMan (uncredited)
- Cesare GravinaArt Teacher (uncredited)
- Lee PhelpsPoliceman (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 15 August 1920
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $89K
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The Penalty: quick answers
Is The Penalty worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Penalty?
The Penalty runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Penalty have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Penalty. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Penalty parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Penalty is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Penalty on?
The Penalty isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Penalty?
If you liked The Penalty, try They Made Me a Fugitive, The Parts You Lose, Killer's Kiss.
Who directed The Penalty?
The Penalty (1920) was directed by Wallace Worsley and stars Lon Chaney, Charles Clary, Doris Pawn.