Under Burning Skies (1912): cast, story & where to watch
1912 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1912, Under Burning Skies is a notable film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. Joe, "The Bad Man of San Fernand," is one tough customer. He sets his sights on a lovely young lady who spurns his advances and elopes with a fresh-faced young cowpoke. An angry Joe eventually gets his revenge.
Who’s in it. Under Burning Skies stars Wilfred Lucas as Joe, Blanche Sweet as Emily, Christy Cabanne as Emily's Beau and Charles West as Bartender, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Under Burning Skies has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Under Burning Skies page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Under Burning Skies (1912)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Under Burning Skies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Under Burning Skies worth watching?
- Under Burning Skies holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Under Burning Skies?
- Under Burning Skies stars Wilfred Lucas, Blanche Sweet, Christy Cabanne, Charles West and Claire McDowell.
- When was Under Burning Skies released?
- Under Burning Skies was released in 1912, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.