---
title: "The Docks of New York"
year: 1928
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-docks-of-new-york-1928"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 885
imdb_id: "tt0018839"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 76
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 123
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Docks of New York (1928) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-docks-of-new-york-1928

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: The Docks of New York
Year: 1928
Genre: Drama, Romance, Silent drama
Director: Josef von Sternberg
Cast: George Bancroft, Betty Compson, Olga Baclanova
Plot: A blue-collar worker on New York's depressed waterfront finds his life changed after he saves a woman attempting suicide.
Run time: 1h 16m (Source 1), 75 minutes (Source 4).
Release date: 09/16/1928 (US)
Format/Color: Black and white (Source 4), Silent (Source 3).
Production/Distribution: The Criterion Collection (DVD, 2010).
Other details: Includes a wedding in a bro

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Artiflix | Public Domain Movies, Fawesome, Filmtap | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix | Filmtap | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Artiflix | Filmtap | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | Artiflix | Filmtap | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Josef von Sternberg
- **Networks / Studios**: Paramount Pictures, Paramount Famous Lasky Corporation

## Key Cast Continuity

- **George Bancroft** as *Bill Roberts*
- **Betty Compson** as *Mae*
- **Olga Baclanova** as *Lou*
- **Clyde Cook** as *'Sugar' Steve*
- **Mitchell Lewis** as *Andy*
- **Guy Oliver** as *The Crimp*
- **May Foster** as *Mrs. Crimp*
- **Lillian Worth** as *Steve's Girl*
- **Gustav von Seyffertitz** as *Hymn Book Harry*
- **Richard Alexander** as *Lou's Sweetheart (uncredited)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Docks of New York online?
The Docks of New York is currently available to watch or stream on Artiflix, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Docks of New York worth watching?
The Docks of New York holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 123 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Romance for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Docks of New York and when was it released?
The Docks of New York is a feature film with a runtime of 76 minutes. It was released in 1928. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Docks of New York?
The Docks of New York was directed by Josef von Sternberg.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Docks of New York — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/885)
- [The Docks of New York (1928) - Photos, Cast & Movie Stills](https://www.virtual-history.com/movie/film/15722/the-docks-of-new-york)
- [SILENT FILM – THE DOCKS OF NEW YORK – 1928](https://themajestictheatre.com.au/events/silent-film-the-docks-of-new-york-1928/)
- [The Docks of New York < 자료검색 < 영상도서관](https://www.koreafilm.or.kr/main)

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