Roped (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film
Released in 1919, Roped is a comedy and western film directed by John Ford, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Wealthy ranch owner Cheyenne Harry decides he needs a housekeeper, but his cowboys decide he needs a wife and advertise in an eastern newspaper. The ad is answered by Aileen Judson-Brown, as dictated by her fortune-hunting mother. Harry marries Aileen and a baby is born a year later. Deciding to gain more money and social standing, Mrs. Judson-Brown then tries to break up the marriage so that Aileen can marry Ferdie Van Duzen. Mrs. Judson-Brown steals the baby and tells Harry the baby has died and Aileen no longer loves him. Harry goes out West in sorrow, but when Mrs. Judson-Brown's butler wires Harry the truth, Harry locates the baby and discovers Aileen still loves him. The reunited family goes West together, leaving Mrs. Judson-Brown behind.
Who’s in it. Roped stars Harry Carey as Cheyenne Harry, Neva Gerber as Aileen Judson-Brown, Molly McConnell as Mrs Judson-Brown and J. Farrell MacDonald as Butler, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Roped page.
If you liked it. Fans of Roped tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Roped (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Roped change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Roped?
- Roped stars Harry Carey, Neva Gerber, Molly McConnell, J. Farrell MacDonald and Arthur Shirley.