The Magic Flame (1927)

Director: Henry King

The Magic Flame (1927) is a feature film directed by Henry King, produced by Samuel Goldwyn, and based on the play Konig Harlekin by Rudolph Lothar. George Barnes was nominated at the 1st Academy Awards for Best Cinematography. The film promoted itself as the Romeo and Juliet of the circus upon its release.

Cast

Ronald Colman

Tito the Clown / The Count

Vilma Banky

Bianca, the Aerial Artist

Agostino Borgato

The Ringmaster

Gustav von Seyffertitz

The Chancellor

Harvey Clark

The Aide

Shirley Palmer

The Wife

Cosmo Kyrle Bellew

The Husband

George Davis

The Utility Man