The Ocean Waif (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1916, The Ocean Waif is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Alice Guy-Blaché, running about 40 minutes.
What it’s about. An abused young woman finds safety and love in the arms of a famous novelist.
Who’s in it. The Ocean Waif stars Carlyle Blackwell as Ronald Roberts, Doris Kenyon as Millie Jessop, Edgar Norton as Hawkins the Valet and Fraunie Fraunholz as Sem, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Ocean Waif 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 Ocean Waif page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ocean Waif tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ocean Waif (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ocean Waif change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ocean Waif worth watching?
- The Ocean Waif holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ocean Waif?
- The Ocean Waif stars Carlyle Blackwell, Doris Kenyon, Edgar Norton, Fraunie Fraunholz and William Morris.
- When was The Ocean Waif released?
- The Ocean Waif was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 40 minutes.