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Where to Watch The Unknown(1927)
“Don't miss this startling spectacle!”
Looking for where to watch The Unknown? You can currently find The Unknown online through Criterion Channel, Bloodstream, and Amazon Video. Availability changes often, so we separate subscription, free, rental, and purchase options below.
On the lam, criminal Alonzo hides in the circus as The Armless Wonder—a performer who uses his feet to hurl knives. Alonzo keeps the arms he really has concealed to hide his identity. Meanwhile, ringmaster's daughter Nanon has a phobia of being touched by men, but is romantically pursued by not only Alonzo but the strongman Malabar. Alonzo's desperation to remain with Nanon will only end in tragedy.
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The Unknown (1927), directed by Tod Browning, is a drama film and is available to stream on 9 services in the US. It doesn't yet have widely-aggregated ratings. Released in 1927, the film is a recognisable touchstone of 1920s drama, and remains widely watched decades later.
The film stars Lon Chaney, Norman Kerry, and Joan Crawford. At 68 minutes, it's a quick watch. Its compact length makes it a strong pick for a mid-week watch when you don't want to commit a full evening to a single film.
If you're looking to watch The Unknown online, the best option is Criterion Channel for subscribers, and it's also included with Bloodstream, so subscribers to any of those services can watch without an additional rental. Prefer not to add another subscription? You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video.
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Frequently asked
- No — The Unknown isn't streaming on Netflix. It's currently available on Criterion Channel, Bloodstream.
- The Unknown is available to stream on Criterion Channel, Bloodstream in the US.
- No — The Unknown isn't streaming on Prime Video. It's currently available on Criterion Channel, Bloodstream.
- Yes — The Unknown is available to stream for free (with ads) on JustWatch TV, Darkroom, Bloodstream, The Roku Channel, Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi, and it's also included with Criterion Channel, Bloodstream.
- The Unknown runs 1h 8m (68 minutes total).
- Critic ratings for The Unknown aren't available yet.
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