The Crisis (1916): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1916 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1916, The Crisis is a drama, krieg and historie film directed by Colin Campbell, running about 88 minutes. “America's Greatest American Story” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Stephen Brice, a young lawyer in Civil War-era St. Louis, falls in love with Virginia Carvel, the daughter of his benefactor. But she is loyal to the South and Brice is committed to Lincoln's cause. In the course of the war, their convictions separate them, and Virginia becomes engaged to her cousin Clarence Colfax, a Confederate officer. Brice becomes an officer under General Sherman, and eventually finds himself faced with the captured Colfax, facing execution for spying. Brice must decide whether or not to intercede in his rival's behalf.
Who’s in it. The Crisis stars George Fawcett as Judge Silas Whipple, Matt Snyder as Col. Comyn Carvel, Bessie Eyton as Virginia Carvel and Tom Santschi as Stephen Brice.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Crisis 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 Crisis page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Crisis tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch The Crisis (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Crisis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Crisis worth watching?
- The Crisis holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, krieg and historie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Crisis?
- The Crisis stars George Fawcett, Matt Snyder, Bessie Eyton and Tom Santschi.
- When was The Crisis released?
- The Crisis was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.