The Butterfly Man (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film
Released in 1920, The Butterfly Man is a drama film directed by Ida May Park, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Sedgewick Blynn is determined to marry a rich woman. One night he saves a child from a fire. Bessie Morgan, an heiress charmed by his act of heroism, promises to marry him, but at the last minute her father forbids it. Soon after, Blynn receives a telegram informing him of the death of his mother, and he realizes that he has wasted his life.
Who’s in it. The Butterfly Man stars Lew Cody as Sedgewick Blynn, Louise Lovely as Bessie Morgan, Lila Leslie as Mrs. Trend (as Lilie Leslie) and Rosemary Theby as Mrs. Fielding, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Butterfly Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Butterfly Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Butterfly Man (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Butterfly Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Butterfly Man?
- The Butterfly Man stars Lew Cody, Louise Lovely, Lila Leslie, Rosemary Theby and Martha Mattox.
- When was The Butterfly Man released?
- The Butterfly Man was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.