Getting Even (1909): cast, story & where to watch
1909 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1909, Getting Even is a comedy film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. All the young men in the mining camp flirt with Lucy. Bud, the youngest of them, doesn't stand a chance. At a dance, Bud dresses as a woman and all the men flirt with him and abandon Lucy. When his disguise is revealed, the other men are too embarrassed to approach Lucy, and Bud dances the rest of the night with her.
Who’s in it. Getting Even stars Billy Quirk as Bud (as William A. Quirk), Mary Pickford as Miss Lucy, James Kirkwood as Jim Blake and Edwin August, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Getting Even has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Getting Even page.
If you liked it. Fans of Getting Even tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Getting Even (1909)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Getting Even change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Getting Even worth watching?
- Getting Even holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Getting Even?
- Getting Even stars Billy Quirk, Mary Pickford, James Kirkwood, Edwin August and Florence Barker.
- When was Getting Even released?
- Getting Even was released in 1909, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.