Blue Blood (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film
Released in 1918, Blue Blood is a drama film directed by Eliot Howe.
What it’s about. Although Spencer Wellington (Howard Hickman) comes from an old, aristocratic family, he carries a bad gene. His doctor, John Rand (George Fisher) recommends that he never marry, but Wellington ignores his advice and weds Grace Valiant (Mary Mersch), who the doctor himself loves. Grace checks out Wellington's family tree and discovers the gene, but she's already pregnant. She gives birth to a child with a birth defect that kills him.
Who’s in it. Blue Blood stars Howard Hickman as Spencer Wellington, Mary Mersch as Grace Valiant, Nona Thomas as Helen Blakesley and Ida Lewis as Mrs. Valiant, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blue Blood page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blue Blood tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blue Blood (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blue Blood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Blue Blood?
- Blue Blood stars Howard Hickman, Mary Mersch, Nona Thomas, Ida Lewis and George Fisher.
- When was Blue Blood released?
- Blue Blood was released in 1918.