Broken Ways (1913): cast, story & where to watch
1913 · Film

Released in 1913, Broken Ways is a western film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. In this story the young wife concerned is called upon to solve a rather momentous question. After separating from her husband, whom she has discovered to be a brute and a criminal, she is about to give herself to another man, believing her husband dead, when he appears before her fleeing from justice. Shall she deliver him to the law or surrender to his claims? She yields in one instance, but not in the other. Then justice intervenes.
Who’s in it. Broken Ways stars Henry B. Walthall as The Road Agent, Blanche Sweet as The Road Agent's Wife, Harry Carey as The Sheriff and Charles Gorman as Holt-Up Victim, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Broken Ways page.
If you liked it. Fans of Broken Ways tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Broken Ways (1913)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Broken Ways change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Broken Ways?
- Broken Ways stars Henry B. Walthall, Blanche Sweet, Harry Carey, Charles Gorman and Frank Opperman.
- When was Broken Ways released?
- Broken Ways was released in 1913, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.