Prodigal Daughters (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film
Released in 1923, Prodigal Daughters is a drama film directed by Sam Wood, running about 60 minutes. “THE SEVEN DEADLY WHIMS” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Elinor "Swifty" Forbes and her younger sister Marjory are the carefree daughters of wealthy J. D. Forbes. Their mother shows no restraint over her daughters, so they live among the flapper set. Lester Hodges, a songwriter, is enamored of Marjory, while Garside, who runs a card room, is interested in Swifty. While gambling at Garside's place, Swifty meets Roger Corbin, who works as an engineer at her father's business. Corbin falls in love with Swifty. When Mr. Forbes protests against both his daughters' behavior, they move out. Marjory marries Hodges, but eventually leaves him and returns to her parents. Swifty, who has gambled herself into debt, agrees to marry Garside. But when the couple are together in a café, prohibition agents raid the place.
Who’s in it. Prodigal Daughters stars Gloria Swanson as Swifty Forbes, Ralph Graves as Roger Corbin, Vera Reynolds as Marjory Forbes and Theodore Roberts as J.D. Forbes, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Prodigal Daughters page.
If you liked it. Fans of Prodigal Daughters tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Prodigal Daughters (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Prodigal Daughters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Prodigal Daughters?
- Prodigal Daughters stars Gloria Swanson, Ralph Graves, Vera Reynolds, Theodore Roberts and Louise Dresser.
- When was Prodigal Daughters released?
- Prodigal Daughters was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.