A Modern Hero_
A 1920s circus performer uses every means at his disposal to achieve fame and fortune at the expense of others.
Starring
Richard Barthelmess, Jean Muir, Marjorie Rambeau
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Richard Barthelmess stars as Pierre Radier aka Paul Rader in A Modern Hero.
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Year context
A Modern Hero was released 92 years ago in 1934.
Overview
A 1920s circus performer uses every means at his disposal to achieve fame and fortune at the expense of others.
A Modern Hero is a Drama, Romance film with a runtime of 1h 11m.
CAST (17)
Richard Barthelmess
Pierre Radier aka Paul Rader
Jean Muir
Joanna Ryan Croy
Marjorie Rambeau
Mme. Azais
Verree Teasdale
Lady Claire Benston
Florence Eldridge
Leah Ernst
Dorothy Burgess
Hazel Flint Radier
Hobart Cavanaugh
Henry Mueller
William Janney
Young Pierre Croy
Arthur Hohl
Homer Flint
Theodore Newton
Elmer Croy
Maidel Turner
Aunt Clara Weingartner
Mickey Rentschler
Young Pierre as a Child
Richard Tucker
Mr. Eggelson
Judith Vosselli
Mrs. Eggelson
Louise Beavers
Azais's Maid
J.M. Kerrigan
Mr. Ryan
Madame Sul-Te-Wan
Mme. Azais' Neighbor ( Uncredited)
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is A Modern Hero about?
A 1920s circus performer uses every means at his disposal to achieve fame and fortune at the expense of others.
How long is A Modern Hero?
A Modern Hero has a runtime of 71 minutes (1h 11m).
Who stars in A Modern Hero?
The cast of A Modern Hero includes Richard Barthelmess, Jean Muir, Marjorie Rambeau, Verree Teasdale, Florence Eldridge.
What is the rating of A Modern Hero?
A Modern Hero has a rating of 7.0 out of 10 based on 3 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
Drama
Romance
