Passers-By (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film
Released in 1920, Passers-By is a drama film directed by J. Stuart Blackton, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. A young Englishman falls in love with the children's governess in his step-sister's home. His step-sister, however, cannot abide the class differential in the romance and sabotages it. The young man, in a state of boredom and depression, begins to invite into the house anyone who happens to pass by in the street.
Who’s in it. Passers-By stars Herbert Rawlinson as Peter Waverton, Leila Valentine as Margaret Summers, Ellen Cassidy as Beatrice Dainton (as Ellen Cassity) and Pauline Coffyn as Lady Hurley, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Passers-By page.
If you liked it. Fans of Passers-By tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Passers-By (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Passers-By change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Passers-By?
- Passers-By stars Herbert Rawlinson, Leila Valentine, Ellen Cassidy, Pauline Coffyn and William J. Ferguson.
- When was Passers-By released?
- Passers-By was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.