Tools of Providence (1915): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1915, Tools of Providence is a western film directed by William S. Hart, running about 20 minutes.

What it’s about. Dakota Dan, who runs the saloon and gambling hall, is refusing to take another drink with the boys, who commence to kid him, saying he's been scared to drink ever since he heard the new parson's daughter was going to convert him. Dakota flushes and replies half angrily that he has never seen the parson's girl and don't ever want to. However that afternoon Daisy goes to the saloon and invites Dakota to attend church. Dakota refuses her invitation. Daisy tells him she will make a bargain with him to tend his bar for five minutes if he will go to church the next day. Dakota is slightly startled, but he admires her grit and accepts the challenge. Daisy goes behind the bar. The men line up and she is about to serve a fresh guy when he suddenly reaches over and kisses her. Dakota immediately knocks him "cold," and, ashamed of his bargain with Daisy, grimly escorts her to the door. The next day he tells the men that if they don't accompany him to church he will close.

Who’s in it. Tools of Providence stars William S. Hart as Steve Blake, Rhea Mitchell as Daisy Austin and Walt Whitman as Rev. Austin.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tools of Providence page.

If you liked it. Fans of Tools of Providence tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.