The Aryan
“A Profound Play of the Desert”
Synopsis
Steve Denton, rich from years of prospecting, is fleeced by the citizens of Yellow Ridge. In his rage, he kidnaps the woman most responsible and makes her his slave in a desert hideaway.
Top Cast
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William S. Hart
Steve Denton
Gertrude Claire
Mrs. Denton
Charles K. French
'Ivory' Wells
Louise Glaum
Trixie, 'the Firefly'
Herschel Mayall
Chip Emmett
Ernest Swallow
Mexican Pete
Bessie Love
Mary Jane Garth
J. Barney Sherry
Pioneer Spokesman
Enid Bennett
Undetermined Secondary Role
John Gilbert
(uncredited)
Jean Hersholt
(uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 9, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William S. Hart
- Screenplay & Story
- C. Gardner Sullivan
- Original Title
- The Aryan
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Kay-Bee Pictures, New York Motion Picture
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William S. Hart
C. Gardner Sullivan
Joseph H. August
Department Leadership Roster
William S. Hart
Director
Joseph H. August
Director of Photography
C. Gardner Sullivan
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Aryan
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Aryan about?
Steve Denton, rich from years of prospecting, is fleeced by the citizens of Yellow Ridge. In his rage, he kidnaps the woman most responsible and makes her his slave in a desert hideaway.
Who directed The Aryan?
The Aryan was directed by William S. Hart.
Who stars in The Aryan?
The principal cast of The Aryan includes William S. Hart, Gertrude Claire, Charles K. French, Louise Glaum, Herschel Mayall.
When was The Aryan released and how long is it?
The Aryan was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Aryan?
The Aryan holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).