The Adopted Brother
Originally released in 1913. The Adopted Brother is a western film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 17 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Robert Harron, W. Chrystie Miller, and Dorothy Gish
Synopsis
A Western action film about two men who escape from prison to take revenge on the person who betrayed them. Harry’s actions ensure that William and his friend get sent to prison. They escape, and want to take revenge on Harry. Harry's wife warns the sheriff, and as William and his friend are chasing Harry on horseback, they are shot by the sheriff.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 29, 1913
112 years ago
Runtime
0h 17m
17 minutes total
User Rating
4.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Robert Harron
as The Adopted Brother
W. Chrystie Miller
as The Father
Dorothy Gish
as The Daughter
Elmer Booth
as The Son
Charles Gorman
as The Son's Friend
William A. Carroll
as The Drunk
George Beranger
as The Employer
Fred Burns
as Outside Sheriff's Office
Adolph Lestina
as Outside Sheriff's Office
W.C. Robinson
as Outside Bar
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Adopted Brother about?
A Western action film about two men who escape from prison to take revenge on the person who betrayed them. Harry’s actions ensure that William and his friend get sent to prison. They escape, and...
Who directed The Adopted Brother?
The Adopted Brother was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is The Adopted Brother?
The Adopted Brother has a runtime of 0 hours and 17 minutes (17 minutes total).
When was The Adopted Brother released?
The Adopted Brother was released on August 29, 1913 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Adopted Brother?
The main cast of The Adopted Brother includes Robert Harron, W. Chrystie Miller, Dorothy Gish, Elmer Booth, Charles Gorman.