God's Half Acre (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film
Released in 1916, God's Half Acre is a drama film directed by Edwin Carewe.
What it’s about. Leaving his wife Rose for a few weeks and eager to do research for his new novel about the elderly, Henry Norman goes to live in a home for the aged, where Blossom, the home's young maid, falls in love with him. When she lets him know how she feels, however, Henry tells her that he has a wife, and then, his research over, he returns to her. He discovers, however, that Rose has eloped with his friend, Perry Westley, and that they both have been killed by a lightning bolt that struck Perry's car.
Who’s in it. God's Half Acre stars Mabel Taliaferro as Blossom, Jack W. Johnston as Henry Norman (as J.W. Johnston), Helen Dahl as Rose Norman and Lorraine Frost as Bess Norman, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch God's Half Acre page.
If you liked it. Fans of God's Half Acre tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch God's Half Acre (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for God's Half Acre change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in God's Half Acre?
- God's Half Acre stars Mabel Taliaferro, Jack W. Johnston, Helen Dahl, Lorraine Frost and Richard Neill.
- When was God's Half Acre released?
- God's Half Acre was released in 1916.