The Honor System (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film
Released in 1917, The Honor System is a drama film directed by Raoul Walsh, running about 100 minutes. “It will never grow old for it is the greatest of all human stories” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A potentially lost film, this film tells the story of a man is convicted unjustly of a crime and then subjected to inhumane torment in a prison run by corrupt administrators.
Who’s in it. The Honor System stars Milton Sills as Joseph Stanton, Cora Drew as His Mother, James A. Marcus as Gov. John Hunter and Arthur Mackley as Steven Holt, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Honor System page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Honor System tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Honor System (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Honor System change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Honor System?
- The Honor System stars Milton Sills, Cora Drew, James A. Marcus, Arthur Mackley and Miriam Cooper.
- When was The Honor System released?
- The Honor System was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.