The Little American
"The silent sufferers"
Originally released in 1917. The Little American is a drama/war film. directed by Cecil B. DeMille. At just 63 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mary Pickford, Jack Holt, and Raymond Hatton
Synopsis
A young American has her ship torpedoed by a German U-boat but makes it back to her ancestral home in France, where she witnesses German brutality firsthand.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 12, 1917
108 years ago
Runtime
1h 3m
63 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (19 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Mary Pickford
as Angela Moore
Jack Holt
as Karl von Austreim
Raymond Hatton
as Count Jules de Destin
Hobart Bosworth
as German Colonel
Walter Long
as German Captain
Wallace Beery
as German Soldier (uncredited)
Norman Kerry
as Wounded Soldier (uncredited)
Colleen Moore
as Maid (uncredited)
Ramon Novarro
as Wounded Soldier (uncredited)
Sam Wood
as Wounded Soldier (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Mary Pickford Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Little American about?
A young American has her ship torpedoed by a German U-boat but makes it back to her ancestral home in France, where she witnesses German brutality firsthand.
Who directed The Little American?
The Little American was directed by Cecil B. DeMille.
How long is The Little American?
The Little American has a runtime of 1 hours and 3 minutes (63 minutes total).
When was The Little American released?
The Little American was released on July 12, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Little American?
The main cast of The Little American includes Mary Pickford, Jack Holt, Raymond Hatton, Hobart Bosworth, Walter Long.