The Dawn Maker movie poster

The Dawn Maker

September 23, 1916 0h 50m

Originally released in 1916. The Dawn Maker is a western film. directed by William S. Hart. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring William S. Hart, Blanche White, and William Desmond

Synopsis

Half-breed Joe Elk wavers between the "civilized" nature of his white father and the passion of his Indian mother. He falls in love with Alice McRae, but Alice is in love with Bruce Smithson, who is an officer at the Hudson Bay Trading Company.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 23, 1916 109 years ago
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Runtime 0h 50m 50 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Triangle Film Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Dawn Maker about?

Half-breed Joe Elk wavers between the "civilized" nature of his white father and the passion of his Indian mother. He falls in love with Alice McRae, but Alice is in love with Bruce Smithson, who i...

Who directed The Dawn Maker?

The Dawn Maker was directed by William S. Hart.

How long is The Dawn Maker?

The Dawn Maker has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).

When was The Dawn Maker released?

The Dawn Maker was released on September 23, 1916 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Dawn Maker?

The main cast of The Dawn Maker includes William S. Hart, Blanche White, William Desmond, J. Frank Burke, Joe Goodboy.