The Golden Louis (1909): cast, story & where to watch
1909 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1909, The Golden Louis is a drama film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. An anonymous donor drops a gold coin in the shoe of a homeless girl as she sleeps. A gambler with a 'sure thing' borrows the coin and wins a fortune, but he can't find her again to repay her.
Who’s in it. The Golden Louis stars Adele DeGarde as The Child, Charles Inslee as The Gambler, Anita Hendrie as The Mother and Owen Moore as The Good Samaritan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Golden Louis 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 Golden Louis page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Golden Louis tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Golden Louis (1909)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Golden Louis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Golden Louis worth watching?
- The Golden Louis holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Golden Louis?
- The Golden Louis stars Adele DeGarde, Charles Inslee, Anita Hendrie, Owen Moore and Marion Leonard.
- When was The Golden Louis released?
- The Golden Louis was released in 1909, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.