Fred Niblo
The Three Musketeers
1921 (United States)
Released in 1921, The Three Musketeers is a silent film adaptation of the famous novel by Alexandre Dumas. Directed by Fred Niblo, the film stars Douglas Fairbanks as D’Artagnan.
The film was a landmark of the silent era, and Fairbanks, with his charisma and agility, displayed acrobatic prowess that redefined the standards of adventure cinema. Although silent, 1921’s The Three Musketeers is rich in emotion, action and dynamism, capturing the chivalrous spirit and camaraderie of the musketeers.
with Douglas Fairbanks, George Siegmann, Léon Bary, Eugene Pallette…
- Theatrical release: 28 August 1921
- Duration: 120 minutes