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The Painted Lady (1912): cast, story & where to watch

1912 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 1912, The Painted Lady is a drama film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 12 minutes.

What it’s about. A lonely young woman lives with her strict father who forbids her to wear make-up. One day at an ice cream social, she meets a young man you seems interested in her. However, unknown to her, he is a burglar who is only interested in breaking into her father's house. One night she is awakened by a noise.

Who’s in it. The Painted Lady stars Blanche Sweet as The Older Sister, Madge Kirby as The Younger Sister, Charles Hill Mailes as The Father and Kate Bruce as The Mother, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Painted Lady has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

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

If you liked it. Fans of The Painted Lady tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Painted Lady (1912)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Painted Lady change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Painted Lady worth watching?
The Painted Lady holds an audience score of 5.6 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 Painted Lady?
The Painted Lady stars Blanche Sweet, Madge Kirby, Charles Hill Mailes, Kate Bruce and Joseph Graybill.
When was The Painted Lady released?
The Painted Lady was released in 1912, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.