The Battle (1911): cast, story & where to watch
1911 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1911, The Battle is a drama, war and history film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. Union soldiers march off to battle amid cheering crowds. After the battle turns against the Union Army, one soldier runs away, hiding in his girlfriend's house. Ashamed of his cowardice, he finds his courage and crosses enemy lines to bring help to his trapped comrades.
Who’s in it. The Battle stars Charles West as The Boy, Blanche Sweet as The Boy's Sweetheart, Charles Hill Mailes as The Union commander and Robert Harron as A Union soldier (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Battle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Battle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Battle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Battle (1911)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Battle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Battle worth watching?
- The Battle holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Battle?
- The Battle stars Charles West, Blanche Sweet, Charles Hill Mailes, Robert Harron and Donald Crisp.
- When was The Battle released?
- The Battle was released in 1911, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.