The Terror (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film
Released in 1917, The Terror is a drama and crime film directed by Raymond Wells, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Gunman Chuck Connelly is hired to silence the new district attorney who has been pounding the graft organizations. Chuck goes to the D. A.'s home to threaten him, but is taken off guard when his victim's little daughter leans trustfully on his knee and looks up at him with a smile. The D. A. ignores Chuck's warning, and the gang orders the gunman to execute him. Chuck breaks into the house, but sees the little girl again and is unable to complete his task. Instead, he seeks out his girl friend, Annie Mangan, a Salvation Army reformer, and swears to end his life of crime.
Who’s in it. The Terror stars Jack Mulhall as Chuck Connelly, Virginia Lee as Annie Mangan, Grace MacLaren and Virginia Lee as Annie Mangan, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Terror page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Terror tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Terror (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Terror change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Terror?
- The Terror stars Jack Mulhall, Virginia Lee, Grace MacLaren, Virginia Lee and Malcolm Blevins.
- When was The Terror released?
- The Terror was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.