On Dangerous Ground (1917): cast, story & where to watch

1917 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1917, On Dangerous Ground is an adventure and war film directed by Robert Thornby, running about 72 minutes.

What it’s about. Carlyle Blackwell stars as an American in Germany at the outbreak of World War I. A mysterious stranger bursts into his room and proclaims him her husband. What's a gentleman to do? He poses as her husband to deliver "papers" to French headquarters. Adventure follows.

Who’s in it. On Dangerous Ground stars Carlyle Blackwell as Bradford Stewart, Gail Kane as Little Comrade, William Bailey as Ritter Bloem and Stanhope Wheatcroft as Hugo Grossman, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, On Dangerous Ground has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch On Dangerous Ground page.

If you liked it. Fans of On Dangerous Ground tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch On Dangerous Ground (1917)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for On Dangerous Ground change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is On Dangerous Ground worth watching?
On Dangerous Ground holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in On Dangerous Ground?
On Dangerous Ground stars Carlyle Blackwell, Gail Kane, William Bailey, Stanhope Wheatcroft and Frank Leigh.
When was On Dangerous Ground released?
On Dangerous Ground was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.