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The Peachbasket Hat (1909): cast, story & where to watch

1909 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1909, The Peachbasket Hat is a notable film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 10 minutes.

What it’s about. Mrs. Jones leaves her baby with the maid and goes shopping for a new hat. Meanwhile, the maid invites a band of gypsies into the house for a palm reading. After the gypsies leave, no one can find the baby, and everyone assumes it's been kidnapped, until the baby is found under a hatbox.

Who’s in it. The Peachbasket Hat stars John R. Cumpson as Mr. Jones, Florence Lawrence as Mrs. Jones, Mary Pickford as On street/In store and Anita Hendrie as The Maid, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Peachbasket Hat 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 Peachbasket Hat page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Peachbasket Hat (1909)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Peachbasket Hat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Peachbasket Hat worth watching?
The Peachbasket Hat holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Peachbasket Hat?
The Peachbasket Hat stars John R. Cumpson, Florence Lawrence, Mary Pickford, Anita Hendrie and Linda Arvidson.
When was The Peachbasket Hat released?
The Peachbasket Hat was released in 1909, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.