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The Thread of Destiny (1910): cast, story & where to watch

1910 · Film

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Released in 1910, The Thread of Destiny is a romance film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 16 minutes. “A story of the Old Southwest” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The orphan girl of San Gabriel meets and is attracted by a Spanish stranger. The Spaniard is accused of cheating and set to be lynched, but is saved by the girl's ruse, who later becomes his bride.

Who’s in it. The Thread of Destiny stars Mary Pickford as Myrtle, Francis J. Grandon as Gus, Henry B. Walthall as Estrada and Linda Arvidson as Hotelkeeper's Wife, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Thread of Destiny page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Thread of Destiny tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Thread of Destiny (1910)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Thread of Destiny change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Thread of Destiny?
The Thread of Destiny stars Mary Pickford, Francis J. Grandon, Henry B. Walthall, Linda Arvidson and W. Chrystie Miller.
When was The Thread of Destiny released?
The Thread of Destiny was released in 1910, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.