The Cardinal's Conspiracy (1909): cast, story & where to watch
1909 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1909, The Cardinal's Conspiracy is a drama film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 16 minutes.
What it’s about. A royal woman rejects her arranged marriage. The cardinal hatches a plan: the suitor will shave and change clothes. He arranges with 4 clowns to stage an attack on the princess which he easily repels. It works; the princess falls for him, especially when the cardinal arranges his arrest.
Who’s in it. The Cardinal's Conspiracy stars Frank Powell as A Visiting Nobleman, Florence Lawrence as The Princess, Mary Pickford as A Disguised Servant and Charles Avery as A Member of the Court, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Cardinal's Conspiracy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cardinal's Conspiracy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cardinal's Conspiracy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cardinal's Conspiracy (1909)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cardinal's Conspiracy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cardinal's Conspiracy worth watching?
- The Cardinal's Conspiracy holds an audience score of 4.5 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 Cardinal's Conspiracy?
- The Cardinal's Conspiracy stars Frank Powell, Florence Lawrence, Mary Pickford, Charles Avery and Kate Bruce.
- When was The Cardinal's Conspiracy released?
- The Cardinal's Conspiracy was released in 1909, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.