The False Road (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1920, The False Road is a drama and crime film directed by Fred Niblo, running about 67 minutes.
What it’s about. Roger Moran, a member of a gang of thieves headed by Mike Wilson, is released from prison after having served a two-year sentence. He has learned his lesson and vows to leave his life of crime, but his girlfriend Betty Palmer--also a member of the gang--won't leave "the false road".
Who’s in it. The False Road stars Enid Bennett as Betty Palmer, Lloyd Hughes as Roger Moran, Wade Boteler as Mike Wilson and Lucille Young as “Frisco” Minnie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The False Road 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 The False Road page.
If you liked it. Fans of The False Road tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The False Road (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The False Road change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The False Road worth watching?
- The False Road holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The False Road?
- The False Road stars Enid Bennett, Lloyd Hughes, Wade Boteler, Lucille Young and Charles Smiley.
- When was The False Road released?
- The False Road was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.