Breakers Ahead (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film
Released in 1918, Breakers Ahead is a notable film directed by Charles Brabin.
What it’s about. After young Ruth Bowman's mother dies, the child is raised by Agatha Pixley, and in time, the girl falls in love with Agatha's son, Eric. While Eric is at sea with Captain Scudder on a boat owned by Jim and Hiram Hawley, a jealous villager spreads the tale that Ruth is illegitimate, and the townspeople inevitably snub her. Jim Hiram sets his boat on fire after its arrival in port so that he can collect insurance money, and Ruth, believing that Eric is on board, tries to rescue him. When Ruth and Eric escape safely, Captain Scudder reveals that he, Ruth's long-lost father, was legally married to her mother, which re-establishes Ruth's good name and enables her to marry Eric. - From IMDB
Who’s in it. Breakers Ahead stars Viola Dana as Ruth Bowman, Russell Simpson as Captain Scudder, Eugene Pallette as Jim Hawley and Sydney Deane as Hiram Hawley, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Breakers Ahead page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breakers Ahead (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breakers Ahead change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Breakers Ahead?
- Breakers Ahead stars Viola Dana, Russell Simpson, Eugene Pallette, Sydney Deane and Gibson Gowland.
- When was Breakers Ahead released?
- Breakers Ahead was released in 1918.