Movie Description
In the Watches of the Night
(1909)Overview
An honest worker, John Whitney, finds himself unemployed and unable to provide for his family. Desperate, he robs a rich man's home and is arrested. One of the police officers is an old friend and accompanies Whitney home to allow a farewell with his wife. Humiliated, Whitney decides to kill himself and his family. The rich man learns of his desperate situation and arrives in time to save the family and drops the charges.
Featured Crew
- Director : D.W. Griffith
- Cast : Frank Powell,George Nichols,Marion Leonard,Gladys Egan,Mary Pickford
Cast
Henry Brainhard
John Whitney
Mrs. John Whitney
The Whitney Child
Girl at Henry Brainard's
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Facts
Original TitleIn the Watches of the Night
Status Released
Release Information
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1909-10-25
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 00h 11m
Production CompaniesAmerican Mutoscope & Biograph
Genres
- Drama
