Granddad (1913): cast, story & where to watch
1913 · Film · ★ 5.7

Released in 1913, Granddad is a drama film directed by Jay Hunt, running about 29 minutes.
What it’s about. Mildred is staying with her grandfather, Civil War veteran Jabez Burr, when she receives a letter from her father. Her father has re-married, and will be bringing his new wife home soon. But when Mildred's stepmother finds out that Jabez drinks, she takes a dislike to him, and begins to resent his closeness with Mildred...
Who’s in it. Granddad stars William Desmond Taylor as The Southern Colonel, Mildred Harris as Mildred, Frank Borzage as Mildred's Father and J. Barney Sherry as Granddad.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Granddad has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Granddad page.
If you liked it. Fans of Granddad tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Granddad (1913)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Granddad change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Granddad worth watching?
- Granddad holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Granddad?
- Granddad stars William Desmond Taylor, Mildred Harris, Frank Borzage and J. Barney Sherry.
- When was Granddad released?
- Granddad was released in 1913, with a runtime of about 29 minutes.
