Tom Sawyer (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1917, Tom Sawyer is a comedy, drama, adventure and family film directed by William Desmond Taylor, running about 62 minutes.
What it’s about. Silent version of the Twain tale, filmed in Pleasanton, California. A Missouri boy (Jack Pickford) encounters his first love (Clara Horton) and bucks responsibilities to find adventure with his friend, Huck Finn (Robert Gordon).
Who’s in it. Tom Sawyer stars Jack Pickford as Tom Sawyer, George Hackathorne as Sid Sawyer, Alice Marvin as Mary Sawyer and Edythe Chapman as Aunt Polly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Tom Sawyer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tom Sawyer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tom Sawyer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tom Sawyer (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tom Sawyer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tom Sawyer worth watching?
- Tom Sawyer holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tom Sawyer?
- Tom Sawyer stars Jack Pickford, George Hackathorne, Alice Marvin, Edythe Chapman and Robert Gordon.
- When was Tom Sawyer released?
- Tom Sawyer was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.