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The Sheik

5.919211h 26mNRMovieAdventureDramaRomance

Sheik Ahmed desperately desires feisty British socialite Diana, so he abducts her and carries her off to his luxurious tent-palace in the desert. The free-spirited Diana recoils from his passionate embraces and yearns to be released.…

DirectorGeorge Melford
WriterMonte M. Katterjohn

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Cast · Directed by George Melford

RVRudolph Valentino
Rudolph Valentino
Sheik Ahmed Ben Hassan
AAAgnes Ayres
Agnes Ayres
Lady Diana Mayo
RM
Ruth Miller
Zilah - A Marriage Market Prospect
GWGeorge Waggner
George Waggner
Yousaef - Tribal Chieftain (as George Waggener)
FBFrank Butler
Frank Butler
Sir Aubrey Mayo
CBCharles Brinley
Charles Brinley
Mustapha Ali - Diana's Guide (as Charles Brindley)
LLLucien Littlefield
Lucien Littlefield
Gaston - French Valet
AMAdolphe Menjou
Adolphe Menjou
Dr. Raoul de St. Hubert
WLWalter Long
Walter Long
Omair - the Bandit
SBSally Blane
Sally Blane
Arab Child (uncredited)
EB
Earl Gordon Bostwick
Suitor (uncredited)
RN
Rafael Negrete
Violinist (uncredited)

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The Sheik — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Sheik?

The Sheik is streaming on JustWatch TV, Darkroom and Public Domain Movies in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Sheik on Netflix?

No, The Sheik is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on JustWatch TV and Darkroom.

Is The Sheik on Amazon Prime Video?

The Sheik isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Sheik for free?

The Sheik is available to stream free (with ads) on JustWatch TV and Darkroom in United States.

Is there a sequel to The Sheik?

Yes — The Sheik is followed by The Son of the Sheik (1926) in the Sheik Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Sheik?

The Sheik is the first film in the Sheik Collection.

Is The Sheik part of a trilogy?

No — The Sheik is part of the Sheik Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Sheik Collection?

There are 2 films in the Sheik Collection: The Sheik (1921) and The Son of the Sheik (1926).