The —, 1921 film drama starring Rudolph Valentino in the title role (5)

I believe the answer is:

sheik

(Other definitions for sheik that I've seen before include "Arab leader -- hikes (anag)" , "Arab chief" , "Arab tribal head" , "Ruler" , "Leader of an Arab village or family" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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