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Shame (1921) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
Shame at a Glance
Shame is a 1921 drama film directed by Emmett J. Flynn, with a cast led by John Gilbert, Michael D. Moore and Frankie Lee. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes and came out on July 31, 1921. Shame is rated 10.0/10 by TMDB users across 1 votes.

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Search Clips on YouTubeStoryline & Synopsis
William Fielding, a young widower, is living in Shanghai with his little boy, David. A young Chinese woman looks after the child, and Foo Chang, a trader, lusts after her. Because he believes she is David's mother, he kills Fielding. Fielding's faithful secretary, Li Clung, takes the boy to San Francisco to be raised by his grandfather. As an adult, David (also played by Gilbert) fights against opium trafficking with Li Clung's help.
Where “Shame” Fits in the 123Movies Catalog

John Gilbert
William Fielding / David Field

Michael D. Moore
David, at 5

Frankie Lee
David, at 10

George Siegmann
Foo Chang

William V. Mong
Li Clung

Doris Pawn
Winifred Wellington

Anna May Wong
Lotus Blossom

George Nichols
Jonathan Fielding

Rosemary Theby
The Weaver of Dreams
David Kirby
'Once-over' Jake (as 'Red' Kirby)
Frequently Asked Questions About Shame
What is the release date of Shame?
Shame was released on July 31, 1921.
How long is Shame?
Shame runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
Who is in the cast of Shame?
Shame stars John Gilbert as William Fielding / David Field, Michael D. Moore as David, at 5, Frankie Lee as David, at 10 and George Siegmann as Foo Chang. The cast also includes William V. Mong, Doris Pawn, Anna May Wong and George Nichols.
Who directed Shame?
Shame was directed by Emmett J. Flynn. The screenplay is credited to Bernard McConville and Emmett J. Flynn.
What kind of movie is Shame?
Shame is listed on TMDB as a drama film.
What is the TMDB score of Shame?
On TMDB it has an average user score of 10.0/10 from 1 votes.
What should I watch if I liked Shame?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside Shame include Farming (2018), The Young One (1960), Eleanor the Great (2025), Hardball (2001) and Little Lord Fauntleroy (1980).
Can I stream the full movie of Shame on 123Movies?
No. 123Movies only shows official trailers and title information. Full movies are not hosted or linked on this site.

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