Through the Breakers (1909): cast, story & where to watch
1909 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1909, Through the Breakers is a drama film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. A society couple, neglect their young daughter in favor of their social life. When the girl becomes seriously ill, the father realizes the errors of his ways and stays home with her, demanding his wife do likewise. She sneaks out to a dance and the child takes a turn for the worse. By the time she returns home the child is dead. After her husband leaves her, the mother realizes her selfishness and begs forgiveness at her daughter's grave.
Who’s in it. Through the Breakers stars James Kirkwood as Mr. Nostrand, Marion Leonard as Mrs. Nostrand, Adele DeGarde as The Nostrand's Daughter and Kate Bruce as The Nurse, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Through the Breakers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Through the Breakers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Through the Breakers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Through the Breakers (1909)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Through the Breakers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Through the Breakers worth watching?
- Through the Breakers holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Through the Breakers?
- Through the Breakers stars James Kirkwood, Marion Leonard, Adele DeGarde, Kate Bruce and George Nichols.
- When was Through the Breakers released?
- Through the Breakers was released in 1909, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.