Barbara Frietchie (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1924, Barbara Frietchie is a drama, war, romance and history film directed by Lambert Hillyer, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Two lovers in a small town in Maryland are torn apart by the Civil War--she is loyal to the south while he heads north to join the federal army, determined to protect the Union. Eventually his unit arrives in his hometown and he is reunited with his lover, but things aren't the way they used to be.
Who’s in it. Barbara Frietchie stars Florence Vidor as Barbara Frietchie, Edmund Lowe as William Trumbull, Emmett King as Col. Frietchie and Joseph Bennett as Jack Negly (as Joe Bennett), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Barbara Frietchie sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Barbara Frietchie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Barbara Frietchie tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Barbara Frietchie (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Barbara Frietchie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Barbara Frietchie worth watching?
- Barbara Frietchie holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war, romance and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Barbara Frietchie?
- Barbara Frietchie stars Florence Vidor, Edmund Lowe, Emmett King, Joseph Bennett and Charles Delaney.
- When was Barbara Frietchie released?
- Barbara Frietchie was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.