The Scarlet Car (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1917, The Scarlet Car is a drama film directed by Joseph De Grasse, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Paul Revere Forbes, an ancestor of Paul Revere, is a teller at Cyrus Peabody's bank. He learns that Cyrus and his son, Ernest, have speculated with $35,000 of the bank's money, and the entire sum has been lost.
Who’s in it. The Scarlet Car stars Franklyn Farnum as Billy Winthrop, Edith Johnson as Beatrice Forbes, Lon Chaney as Paul Revere Forbes and Sam De Grasse as Ernest Peabody, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The Scarlet Car 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 Scarlet Car page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Scarlet Car tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Scarlet Car (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Scarlet Car change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Scarlet Car worth watching?
- The Scarlet Car holds an audience score of 4.7 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 Scarlet Car?
- The Scarlet Car stars Franklyn Farnum, Edith Johnson, Lon Chaney, Sam De Grasse and Al W. Filson.
- When was The Scarlet Car released?
- The Scarlet Car was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.