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Orphans of the Storm

1921·Movie·NR·150 min·6.8(104)

A dramatic epic

France, on the eve of the French Revolution. Henriette and Louise have been raised together as sisters. When the plague that takes their parents' lives causes Louise's blindness, they decide to travel to Paris in search of a cure, but they separate when a lustful aristocrat crosses their path.

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About Orphans of the Storm

Orphans of the Storm is a 1921 English-language drama, history and romance film directed by D.W. Griffith. The cast is led by Lillian Gish, Dorothy Gish, Joseph Schildkraut. It has a runtime of 2h 30m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel.

Orphans of the Storm was produced by D.W. Griffith Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on December 28, 1921, and carries a NR certification.

Director
D.W. Griffith
Writers
D.W. Griffith
Release date
December 28, 1921
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
D.W. Griffith Productions
#paris, france#french revolution#based on play or musical#remake#female protagonist#silent film#18th century#blindness#aristocracy#sister sister relationship#french history

Orphans of the Storm cast & crew

Orphans of the Storm was directed by D.W. Griffith and written by D.W. Griffith.

The cast features Lillian Gish as Henriette Girard, Dorothy Gish as Louise Girard, Joseph Schildkraut as Chevalier de Vaudrey, Creighton Hale as Picard, Monte Blue as Danton, and Sidney Herbert as Robespierre.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by William Frederick Peters, cinematography is by Billy Bitzer, and it was produced by D.W. Griffith.

Is Orphans of the Storm worth watching?

Orphans of the Storm holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 104 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 2h 30m, it's a full-evening commitment.

If you enjoy drama, history, and romance, Orphans of the Storm is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Orphans of the Storm

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Cast of Orphans of the Storm

Lillian Gish

Lillian Gish

Henriette Girard

Dorothy Gish

Dorothy Gish

Louise Girard

Joseph Schildkraut

Joseph Schildkraut

Chevalier de Vaudrey

Creighton Hale

Creighton Hale

Picard

Monte Blue

Monte Blue

Danton

Sidney Herbert

Sidney Herbert

Robespierre

Lucille La Verne

Lucille La Verne

Mother Frochard

Sheldon Lewis

Sheldon Lewis

Jacques Frochard

Frank Puglia

Frank Puglia

Pierre

Morgan Wallace

Morgan Wallace

Marquis de Praille

Frank Losee

Frank Losee

Count de Linieres

Leslie King

Leslie King

Jacques-Forget-Not

Orphans of the Storm — FAQs

Where can I watch Orphans of the Storm in United States?

Orphans of the Storm is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus in United States.

Is Orphans of the Storm on fuboTV?

Yes — Orphans of the Storm is currently available on fuboTV in United States.

What language is Orphans of the Storm in?

Orphans of the Storm is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Orphans of the Storm?

Orphans of the Storm runs 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes).

What is Orphans of the Storm rated?

Orphans of the Storm is rated NR. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 104 ratings.

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