The Son's Return (1909): cast, story & where to watch
1909 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1909, The Son's Return is a notable film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. A son leaves to seek his fortune in the city. Many years later he returns and checks into his parents' inn. They don't recognize him, but noticing his fat wallet, plan to rob him.
Who’s in it. The Son's Return stars Mary Pickford as Mary, Herbert Prior as The Father, Charles West as Will and Anita Hendrie as The Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Son's Return 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 Son's Return page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Son's Return (1909)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Son's Return change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Son's Return worth watching?
- The Son's Return holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Son's Return?
- The Son's Return stars Mary Pickford, Herbert Prior, Charles West, Anita Hendrie and Harry Solter.
- When was The Son's Return released?
- The Son's Return was released in 1909, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.