Empty Hands (1924): cast, story & where to watch

1924 · Film

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Released in 1924, Empty Hands is a drama and romance film directed by Victor Fleming, running about 70 minutes.

What it’s about. Claire Endicott throws a wild party and her father walks in to find her flirting with the very married Milt Bisnet. In an attempt to straighten her out, Endicott sends Claire to the Canadian northwoods, where his field engineer, Grimshaw, is working. While fishing, Claire is swept over the rapids and Grimshaw tries to rescue her. Both of them wind up in a remote gorge, and Grimshaw goes about building a hut as a shelter.

Who’s in it. Empty Hands stars Jack Holt as Grimshaw, Norma Shearer as Claire Endicott, Charles Clary as Robert Endicott and Hazel Keener as Mrs. Endicott, among others.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Empty Hands tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Empty Hands (1924)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Empty Hands change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Empty Hands?
Empty Hands stars Jack Holt, Norma Shearer, Charles Clary, Hazel Keener and Gertrude Olmstead.
When was Empty Hands released?
Empty Hands was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.