A Temporary Truce (1912): cast, story & where to watch
1912 · Film
Released in 1912, A Temporary Truce is an action and western film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. A Mexican is thrown out of a bar by a young prospector and swears to get even. Later he kidnaps the prospector's wife. In the meantime a group of drunkards shoot and kill an old Indian man. His son (Robert Harron) vows revenge and asks the tribal chief for help. The chief, however, knows better and tells him that revenge is useless. Robert Harron disobeys and mobilizes all young warriors for battle. The plot thickens. The prospector and the Mexican, who holds his wife captive, start shooting each other. However, when the Indians attack, these two make a temporary truce and join forces against the common enemy.
Who’s in it. A Temporary Truce stars Charles Hill Mailes as Mexican Jim, Claire McDowell as Mexican Jim's Wife, Blanche Sweet as Alice Hardy - the Prospector's Wife and W. Chrystie Miller as The Murdered Indian / Indian on Street, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Temporary Truce page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Temporary Truce tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Temporary Truce (1912)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Temporary Truce change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Temporary Truce?
- A Temporary Truce stars Charles Hill Mailes, Claire McDowell, Blanche Sweet, W. Chrystie Miller and Robert Harron.
- When was A Temporary Truce released?
- A Temporary Truce was released in 1912, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.