Lady Helen's Escapade (1909): cast, story & where to watch
1909 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1909, Lady Helen's Escapade is an adventure film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. A bored Lady Helen goes slumming as a domestic in a boarding house. There she falls in love with a sensitive young musician. The other women in the house are jealous, and accuse her of trying to steal the musician's violin. Lady Helen retreats to her own home, and arranges a position for the musician which allows them to be together.
Who’s in it. Lady Helen's Escapade stars Florence Lawrence.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Lady Helen's Escapade has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lady Helen's Escapade page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lady Helen's Escapade tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lady Helen's Escapade (1909)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lady Helen's Escapade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lady Helen's Escapade worth watching?
- Lady Helen's Escapade holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lady Helen's Escapade?
- Lady Helen's Escapade stars Florence Lawrence.
- When was Lady Helen's Escapade released?
- Lady Helen's Escapade was released in 1909, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.