Through the Toils (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1919, Through the Toils is a drama film directed by Harry O. Hoyt, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. Author Noel Graham goes to the little village of Mondon, where his ancestors lived, for solitude to write. While searching for a lost puppy, Noel meets Rhona Allerton, who is visiting her guardian, Lewis Moffat, a writer in his declining years. Realizing that he needs inspiration to write a passionate romance, Moffat, with the help of old Benson, a former derelict now in his service, encourages the blossoming love affair between Rhona and Noel, while planning to destroy it later and analyze their suffering.
Who’s in it. Through the Toils stars Montagu Love as Noel Graham / Lewis Moffat, Ellen Cassidy as Rhona Allerton, Gertrude Le Brandt as Mrs. Tressler and John Davidson as Walter Tressler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Through the Toils 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 Through the Toils page.
If you liked it. Fans of Through the Toils tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Through the Toils (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Through the Toils change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Through the Toils worth watching?
- Through the Toils holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Through the Toils?
- Through the Toils stars Montagu Love, Ellen Cassidy, Gertrude Le Brandt, John Davidson and Laura West.
- When was Through the Toils released?
- Through the Toils was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.