Something New (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1920, Something New is a notable film directed by Nell Shipman.
What it’s about. A young woman visiting in Mexico is kidnapped by a gang of bandits, who drag her through the rugged wilderness to their hideout. She manages to leave word for her friend Bill, who knows the country well. But when Bill cannot find a horse, his only available form of transportation is his roadster. Nevertheless, he is determined to come to her rescue, even though it means trying to drive the car across miles of rocky, broken terrain.
Who’s in it. Something New stars Nell Shipman as A Young Woman Writer, Bert Van Tuyle as Bill Baxter, L.M. Wells as Sid Bickley and Merrill McCormick as Agrilla Gorgez (as William McCormick).
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Something New has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Something New page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Something New (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Something New change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Something New worth watching?
- Something New holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Something New?
- Something New stars Nell Shipman, Bert Van Tuyle, L.M. Wells and Merrill McCormick.
- When was Something New released?
- Something New was released in 1920.