Swords and Hearts (1911): cast, story & where to watch
1911 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1911, Swords and Hearts is a drama, war, romance and history film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. A poor girl is secretly in love with a wealthy young planter.
Who’s in it. Swords and Hearts stars Wilfred Lucas as Hugh Frazier, Claire McDowell as Irene Lambert, Dorothy West as Jennie Baker and William J. Butler as Old Ben, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Swords and Hearts has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Swords and Hearts page.
If you liked it. Fans of Swords and Hearts tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Swords and Hearts (1911)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Swords and Hearts change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Swords and Hearts worth watching?
- Swords and Hearts holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Swords and Hearts?
- Swords and Hearts stars Wilfred Lucas, Claire McDowell, Dorothy West, William J. Butler and Charles West.
- When was Swords and Hearts released?
- Swords and Hearts was released in 1911, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.