2h 19min. // A wily street thief darts through the bustling bazaars of Bagdad, living by his wits and the lightness of his feet. He laughs at the pious and the powerful alike, plucking purses and trinkets with acrobatic ease, convinced that happiness lies only in the treasures he can steal. Everything changes when a daring escapade carries him over the palace walls and into the presence of the Caliph’s sheltered daughter. Struck by her beauty and grace, the carefree rogue is suddenly confronted with a desire he cannot pilfer: the love of a princess far beyond his station.

To win her hand, suitors from distant kingdoms arrive bearing riches and grand promises, each vowing to fulfill impossible tasks. Determined not to be outdone, the thief reinvents himself as a prince and joins the contest, relying on his courage, cunning, and astonishing athleticism. His quest sends him across deserts and seas into realms of pure fantasy, where magic carpets soar above the clouds, enchanted ropes climb into the sky, and sinister monsters lurk in shadowy caverns.

As he travels, the thief is forced to confront not only supernatural perils but the darker ambitions of those who would seize Bagdad for themselves. A treacherous Mongol court intrigues from within, using spies and slaves to undermine the Caliph’s rule, while the princess becomes a pawn in their designs. The rogue who once believed in nothing but his own agility must decide what kind of man he wishes to be.

Through feats of daring and a newfound sense of honor, he learns that true greatness lies not in stolen jewels but in sacrifice, loyalty, and devotion. The tale builds to a lavish, effects-laden climax as wonder upon wonder unfolds, capturing the exuberant spirit of silent-era spectacle and the timeless allure of Arabian Nights storytelling.

 

Directed by: Raoul Walsh

Writing Credits: Achmed Abdullah

Starring: Douglas Fairbanks, Anna May Wong, Snitz Edwards, Brandon Hurst, Charles Belcher

 

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