The Crippled Hand (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film
Released in 1916, The Crippled Hand is a drama film directed by David Kirkland, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Diminutive heroine Ella Hall dreams that she's Cinderella, and that a wealthy gentleman of her acquaintance (played by Leonard) is her Prince Charming. All of this takes place during a musical stage production of Cinderella, a sequence distinguished by its authentic backstage atmosphere.
Who’s in it. The Crippled Hand stars Robert Z. Leonard as The Rich Man (as Robert Leonard), Ella Hall as The Little Girl, Marc B. Robbins as The Manager (as Marc Robbins) and Gladys Brockwell as The Prima Donna, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Crippled Hand page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Crippled Hand tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Crippled Hand (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Crippled Hand change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Crippled Hand?
- The Crippled Hand stars Robert Z. Leonard, Ella Hall, Marc B. Robbins, Gladys Brockwell and Kingsley Benedict.