Tender Hearts (1909): cast, story & where to watch
1909 · Film

Released in 1909, Tender Hearts is a notable film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. A country boy and a city boy are both courting the same girl. The girl sees the country boy's tender treatment of a wounded bird and chooses him.
Who’s in it. Tender Hearts stars Mary Pickford as Nellie, James Kirkwood as A Simple Farmer Lad, Frank Powell as A Handsome Chap and Arthur V. Johnson as The Hunter, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tender Hearts page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tender Hearts (1909)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tender Hearts change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Tender Hearts?
- Tender Hearts stars Mary Pickford, James Kirkwood, Frank Powell, Arthur V. Johnson and Lottie Pickford.
- When was Tender Hearts released?
- Tender Hearts was released in 1909, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.