The High Sign
“What A Predicament!”
Buster is thrown off a train near an amusement park. There he gets a job in a shooting gallery run by the Blinking Buzzards mob. Ordered to kill a businessman, he winds up protecting the man and his daughter by outfitting their home with trick devices.
Where to watch The High Sign in United States
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Where is The High Sign streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | IndieFlix, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Public Domain Movies | — |
| United Kingdom | Tubi TV | — |
| Canada | Tubi TV | — |
| Australia | Tubi TV | — |
| France | — | ARTE Boutique |
About The High Sign
The High Sign is a 1921 English-language crime and comedy film directed by Edward F. Cline and Buster Keaton. The cast is led by Buster Keaton, Bartine Burkett, Charles Dorety. It has a runtime of 0h 21m. Viewers rate it 7.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on IndieFlix, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel, Kanopy.
The High Sign was produced by Joseph M. Schenck Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on April 18, 1921.
- Director
- Edward F. Cline, Buster Keaton
- Writers
- Edward F. Cline, Buster Keaton
- Release date
- April 18, 1921
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Joseph M. Schenck Productions
The High Sign cast & crew
The High Sign was directed by Edward F. Cline and Buster Keaton and written by Edward F. Cline and Buster Keaton.
The cast features Buster Keaton as Our Hero, Bartine Burkett as Miss Nickelnurser, Charles Dorety as Gang Member, Joe Roberts as Leader of Buzzards, Al St. John as Man On Beach, and Ingram B. Pickett as Tiny Tim.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Elgin Lessley and it was produced by Joseph M. Schenck.
Is The High Sign worth watching?
The High Sign holds an audience score of 7.2/10 from 125 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed crime films.
At 0h 21m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy crime and comedy, The High Sign is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The High Sign
In United States, you can stream The High Sign on IndieFlix, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Public Domain Movies, and Tubi TV. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of The High Sign
Buster Keaton
Our Hero
Bartine Burkett
Miss Nickelnurser
Charles Dorety
Gang Member
Joe Roberts
Leader of Buzzards
Al St. John
Man On Beach
Ingram B. Pickett
Tiny Tim
The High Sign — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The High Sign in United States?
The High Sign is streaming on IndieFlix, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Public Domain Movies in United States.
▸Is The High Sign on IndieFlix?
Yes — The High Sign is currently available on IndieFlix in United States.
▸What language is The High Sign in?
The High Sign is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The High Sign?
The High Sign runs 0 hours 21 minutes (21 minutes).
▸What is The High Sign rated?
It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 125 ratings.
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