The Confession (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1920, The Confession is a drama film directed by Bertram Bracken, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. A priest hears a murderer's confession but can't reveal the truth, even though his brother is being tried for the crime.
Who’s in it. The Confession stars Henry B. Walthall as Father Bartlett, Francis McDonald as Tom Bartlett, Margaret McWade as Mrs. Bartlett and Margaret Landis as Rose Creighton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Confession 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 Confession page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Confession tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Confession (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Confession change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Confession worth watching?
- The Confession holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Confession?
- The Confession stars Henry B. Walthall, Francis McDonald, Margaret McWade, Margaret Landis and Barney Furey.
- When was The Confession released?
- The Confession was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.