The Sergeant
Originally released in 1910. The Sergeant is a western film. directed by Francis Boggs. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hobart Bosworth, Iva Shepard, and Tom Santschi
Synopsis
In this Western, the sergeant takes his commander’s daughter on a horseback ride along the Merced River (which actually might be Oregon's Clackamas River). When their horses are stolen by a renegade, they are forced to travel back to headquarters by foot and lose the trail. In the first clip, mounted troops search for the lost couple. The two are found the next day and the sergeant is disgraced. However, the sergeant proves his mettle when he escapes during an Indian attack and leads reinforcements to the rescue. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with National Film Preservation Foundation New Zealand Project in 2012.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 21, 1910
115 years ago
Runtime
0h 16m
16 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Selig Polyscope Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sergeant about?
In this Western, the sergeant takes his commander’s daughter on a horseback ride along the Merced River (which actually might be Oregon's Clackamas River). When their horses are stolen by a reneg...
Who directed The Sergeant?
The Sergeant was directed by Francis Boggs.
How long is The Sergeant?
The Sergeant has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was The Sergeant released?
The Sergeant was released on September 21, 1910 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sergeant?
The main cast of The Sergeant includes Hobart Bosworth, Iva Shepard, Tom Santschi, Frank Clark, Art Acord.