The World and the Flesh
1932, English. Directed by John Cromwell.
During the 1917 Russian revolution, a group of artistocrats find themselves in the custody of a brutal Communist revolutionary. He lusts after one of them, a ballerina, and gives her an ultimatum: give in to him or her friends will face the firing squad.
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 22 April 1932
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Oliver H.P. Garrett
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How long is The World and the Flesh?
The World and the Flesh runs 74 minutes (1h 14m).
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The World and the Flesh parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The World and the Flesh is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The World and the Flesh on?
The World and the Flesh isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 22 April 1932. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The World and the Flesh?
If you liked The World and the Flesh, try Nicholas and Alexandra, Hungry Hearts, Hurry Sundown.
Who directed The World and the Flesh?
The World and the Flesh (1932) was directed by John Cromwell and stars George Bancroft, Miriam Hopkins, Alan Mowbray.