The Broken Butterfly (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1919, The Broken Butterfly is a drama and romance film directed by Maurice Tourneur, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. A woman in Canada abused by her aunt falls in love with a foreign composer looking for inspiration, who comes to find it in her and the star-crossed romance that develops between them.
Who’s in it. The Broken Butterfly stars Lew Cody as Darrell Thorne, Mary Alden as Zabie Elliot, Pauline Starke as Marcene Elliot and Nina Byron as Marcène's Sister, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Broken Butterfly 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 Broken Butterfly page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Broken Butterfly tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Broken Butterfly (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Broken Butterfly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Broken Butterfly worth watching?
- The Broken Butterfly holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Broken Butterfly?
- The Broken Butterfly stars Lew Cody, Mary Alden, Pauline Starke, Nina Byron and Peaches Johnson.
- When was The Broken Butterfly released?
- The Broken Butterfly was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.