Forbidden Paths (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film
Released in 1917, Forbidden Paths is a drama film directed by Robert Thornby, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Sato (Sessue Hayakawa) faithfully works for importer James Thornton (James Neill). When the old man dies, he leaves his daughter Mildred (Vivian Martin) in Sato's care. Sato loves the girl, but as he is Japanese he cannot hope to ever marry her (at least not in the racially prejudiced era of the early 1900s). Besides, Mildred loves Harry Maxwell (Tom Forman), who was raised alongside her.
Who’s in it. Forbidden Paths stars Vivian Martin as Mildred Thornton, Sessue Hayakawa as Sato, Tom Forman as Harry Maxwell and Carmen Phillips as Benita Ramirez, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Forbidden Paths page.
If you liked it. Fans of Forbidden Paths tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Forbidden Paths (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Forbidden Paths change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Forbidden Paths?
- Forbidden Paths stars Vivian Martin, Sessue Hayakawa, Tom Forman, Carmen Phillips and James Neill.
- When was Forbidden Paths released?
- Forbidden Paths was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.