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Variete

Variete

"Varieté" is a 1925 German silent drama film directed by E. A. Dupont that centers on a trapeze artist whose life unravels after a tragic love triangle. The film is highly regarded for the dynamic, mobile camerawork by cinematographer Karl Freund, particularly during the circus and trapeze performan...

7.8 Good

apps Top Variete Alternatives

The top alternative to Variete in 2026 is Fragment of an Empire with a score of 8.3/10, followed by Diary of a Lost Girl (8.2) and La Roue (8.2).

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Fragment of an Empire

Fragment of an Empire

“Fragment of an Empire” is a 1920s Soviet silent film directed by Friedrich Ermler. The feature explores themes of memor...

Drama Feature Soviet 1920S
8.3 Great
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Diary of a Lost Girl

Diary of a Lost Girl

G.W. Pabst’s *Diary of a Lost Girl* (1929) is a poignant German silent drama exploring themes of female isolation and so...

German Drama Feature 1920S
8.2 Great
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La Roue

La Roue

Abel Gance’s *La Roue* (The Wheel) is a significant 1923 French silent film. This dramatic feature utilizes innovative c...

French Drama Feature 1920S
8.2 Great
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Master of the House

Master of the House

Carl Theodor Dreyer’s *Master of the House* (1925) is a significant silent film exploring themes of marital discord and...

Danish Drama Feature 1920S
8.0 Great
5
Varieté

Varieté

Varieté is a 1925 German silent film directed by E. A. Dupont. The production gained recognition for innovative camera t...

German Drama Feature 1920S
8.0 Great
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The New Babylon

The New Babylon

Grigori Kozintsev’s *The New Babylon* (1929) is a significant Soviet silent drama exploring themes of revolution and soc...

Drama Feature Soviet 1920S
8.0 Great
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Leaves from Satan's Book

Leaves from Satan's Book

Leaves from Satan's Book is a 1920 Danish silent fantasy drama directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer. Inspired in structure by...

Danish Drama Feature 1920S
7.9 Good
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The Saga of Gösta Berling

The Saga of Gösta Berling

The Saga of Gösta Berling is a 1924 Swedish silent epic film directed by Mauritz Stiller. It is an adaptation of the 189...

Drama Feature Swedish 1920S
7.9 Good
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The Love of Jeanne Ney

The Love of Jeanne Ney

"The Love of Jeanne Ney" is a 1927 German silent film directed by Georg Wilhelm Pabst, based on the novel by Ilya Ehrenb...

German Drama Feature 1920S
7.8 Good
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The Blot

The Blot

The Blot is a 1921 American silent drama film directed by Lois Weber, a prominent filmmaker of the early Hollywood era....

American Drama Feature 1920S
7.7 Good
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By the Law

By the Law

By the Law (Russian: Po zakonu) is a 1926 Soviet silent drama film directed by Lev Kuleshov, adapted from Jack London's...

Drama Feature Soviet 1920S
7.7 Good
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The Wedding March

The Wedding March

The Wedding March is a 1928 American silent romantic drama directed by, written by, and starring Erich von Stroheim. Set...

American Drama Feature 1920S
7.7 Good
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Sparrows

Sparrows

"Sparrows" is a 1926 American silent drama film directed by William Beaudine and starring Mary Pickford, who also produc...

American Drama Feature 1920S
7.7 Good
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Coeur fidele

Coeur fidele

Coeur fidele is a 1923 French silent drama film directed by Jean Epstein, recognized as a significant work of French Imp...

Drama Feature Romance 1920S
7.7 Good
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The Wonderful Lies of Nina Petrovna

The Wonderful Lies of Nina Petrovna

The Wonderful Lies of Nina Petrovna is a 1929 German silent drama directed by Hanns Schwarz and produced by UFA. Brigitt...

German Drama Feature Romance
7.5 Good
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The Street

The Street

The Street is a 1923 German silent drama film directed by Karl Grune, recognized as a foundational work in the German "s...

German Drama Feature 1920S
7.5 Good
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The Joyless Street

The Joyless Street

The Joyless Street (German: Die freudlose Gasse) is a 1925 German silent film directed by G. W. Pabst. Set in post-World...

German Drama Feature 1920S
7.4 Good
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Laugh, Clown, Laugh

Laugh, Clown, Laugh

Laugh, Clown, Laugh is a 1928 American silent drama film directed by Herbert Brenon for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. It stars Lo...

American Drama Feature 1920S
7.4 Good
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Piccadilly

Piccadilly

Piccadilly is a 1929 British silent drama film directed by E. A. Dupont and produced by British International Pictures....

Drama Feature Romance British
7.3 Good
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Tartuffe

Tartuffe

Tartuffe is a 1925 German silent film directed by F. W. Murnau for the studio UFA, adapting the classic stage comedy by...

Drama Comedy Feature 1920S
7.2 Good

summarize Quick Comparison Summary

Alternative Score vs Variete Action
Fragment of an Empire
Fragment of an Empire
Silent Film Drama Feature Soviet
8.3 Great +0.5 Compare
Diary of a Lost Girl
Diary of a Lost Girl
Silent Film German Drama Feature
8.2 Great +0.4 Compare
La Roue
La Roue
Silent Film French Drama Feature
8.2 Great +0.4 Compare
Master of the House
Master of the House
Silent Film Danish Drama Feature
8.0 Great +0.2 Compare
Varieté
Varieté
Silent Film German Drama Feature
8.0 Great +0.2 Compare
The New Babylon
The New Babylon
Silent Film Drama Feature Soviet
8.0 Great +0.2 Compare
Leaves from Satan's Book
Leaves from Satan's Book
Silent Film Danish Drama Feature
7.9 Good +0.1 Compare
The Saga of Gösta Berling
The Saga of Gösta Berling
Silent Film Drama Feature Swedish
7.9 Good +0.1 Compare
The Love of Jeanne Ney
The Love of Jeanne Ney
Silent Film German Drama Feature
7.8 Good Same Compare
The Blot
The Blot
Silent Film American Drama Feature
7.7 Good -0.1 Compare

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What are the best alternatives to Variete?
The top alternatives to Variete in 2026 include Fragment of an Empire, Diary of a Lost Girl, La Roue, Master of the House, Varieté. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Variete compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Variete scores 7.8/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Variete worth it in 2026?
Variete scores 7.8/10 in the Silent Film category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to Variete?
Several alternatives to Variete offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Variete?
Common reasons users look for Variete alternatives include pricing, specific feature gaps, better integration needs, or simply exploring newer options. Our objective scoring helps you compare without bias.
How many alternatives to Variete are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Variete in the Silent Film category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Variete alternative has the highest rating?
Fragment of an Empire currently holds the highest rating among Variete alternatives with a score of 8.3/10.
Can I use Fragment of an Empire instead of Variete?
Fragment of an Empire is one of the top-rated alternatives to Variete. While they serve similar purposes in the Silent Film space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Variete?
Pricing varies among Variete alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Silent Film category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are Variete alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo uses an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value to provide 0 to 10 scores. Rankings are updated continuously.
Variete vs Fragment of an Empire: which is better?
Variete scores 7.8/10 while Fragment of an Empire scores 8.3/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Variete vs Diary of a Lost Girl: which is better?
Variete scores 7.8/10 while Diary of a Lost Girl scores 8.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Variete vs La Roue: which is better?
Variete scores 7.8/10 while La Roue scores 8.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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