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The Big Parade

1925·Movie·NR·151 min·7.6(132)

The epic of the American doughboy!

The story of an idle rich boy who joins the US Army's Rainbow Division and is sent to France to fight in World War I, becomes friends with two working class men, experiences the horrors of trench warfare, and finds love with a French girl.

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Where to watch The Big Parade in United States

Can I watch The Big Parade in United States? Yes — you can stream The Big Parade in United States on JustWatch TV, Darkroom, and Public Domain Movies, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Click a service to open The Big Parade there. Availability last verified on September 10, 2026.

Where is The Big Parade streaming around the world?

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United StatesJustWatch TV, Darkroom, Public Domain Movies, PlexAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaJustWatch TV, Plex, Plex Channel
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CanadaJustWatch TV, Tubi TV, PlexApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
AustraliaJustWatch TV, Tubi TV, PlexAmazon Video
GermanyJustWatch TV, Plex, Plex Channel
FranceJustWatch TV, Plex, Plex ChannelSooner, LaCinetek
SpainFilmin, JustWatch TV, Plex
BrazilJustWatch TV, Plex, Plex Channel
JapanJustWatch TV, Plex

About The Big Parade

The Big Parade is a 1925 English-language romance, war and drama film directed by King Vidor. The cast is led by John Gilbert, Renée Adorée, Hobart Bosworth. It has a runtime of 2h 31m. Viewers rate it 7.6/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on JustWatch TV, Darkroom, Public Domain Movies.

The Big Parade was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on November 5, 1925, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $0 million, it went on to gross $20 million worldwide.

Director
King Vidor
Writers
Harry Behn
Release date
November 5, 1925
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$0 million
Box office
$20 million
Production
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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The Big Parade cast & crew

The Big Parade was directed by King Vidor and written by Harry Behn.

The cast features John Gilbert as James 'Jim' Apperson, Renée Adorée as Melisande, Hobart Bosworth as Mr. Apperson, Claire McDowell as Mrs. Apperson, Claire Adams as Justyn Reed, and Robert Ober as Harry Apperson.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by John Arnold and it was produced by Irving Thalberg.

Is The Big Parade worth watching?

The Big Parade holds an audience score of 7.6/10 from 132 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed romance films.

At 2h 31m, it's a full-evening commitment.

If you enjoy romance, war, and drama, The Big Parade is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Big Parade

In United States, you can stream The Big Parade on JustWatch TV, Darkroom, Public Domain Movies, Plex, and Plex Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.

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Cast of The Big Parade

John Gilbert

John Gilbert

James 'Jim' Apperson

Renée Adorée

Renée Adorée

Melisande

Hobart Bosworth

Hobart Bosworth

Mr. Apperson

Claire McDowell

Claire McDowell

Mrs. Apperson

Claire Adams

Claire Adams

Justyn Reed

Robert Ober

Robert Ober

Harry Apperson

Tom O'Brien

Tom O'Brien

Michael Olysius 'Bull' O'Hara

Karl Dane

Karl Dane

'Slim' Jensen

Rosita Marstini

Rosita Marstini

Melisande's Mother

Julanne Johnston

Julanne Johnston

Justine Devereux (uncredited)

Kathleen Key

Kathleen Key

Miss Apperson (uncredited)

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Carl Roup

Doughboy (uncredited)

The Big Parade — FAQs

Where can I watch The Big Parade in United States?

The Big Parade is streaming on JustWatch TV, Darkroom, Public Domain Movies, Plex in United States.

Is The Big Parade on JustWatch TV?

Yes — The Big Parade is currently available on JustWatch TV in United States.

What language is The Big Parade in?

The Big Parade is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The Big Parade?

The Big Parade runs 2 hours 31 minutes (151 minutes).

What is The Big Parade rated?

The Big Parade is rated NR. It holds a 7.6/10 audience score from 132 ratings.

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