Follow the Girl (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film
Released in 1917, Follow the Girl is a notable film.
What it’s about. Orphan Hilda Swanson's prayers are answered when a Swedish-American colonization company agrees to send her to America. Aboard the steamer, she meets Olaf, a young Swede, and Donna, an enemy courier who is posing as a passenger. Learning that the secret service is on her trail, Donna sews secret documents into the hem of Hilda's skirt. She then sends a wire to her comrade Felix Martinez, notifying him to intercept the Swedish girl.
Who’s in it. Follow the Girl stars Ruth Stonehouse as Hilda Swanson, Jack Dill as Olaf, Roy Stewart as Larry O'Keefe and Mattie Witting as Mrs. O'Keefe, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Follow the Girl page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Follow the Girl (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Follow the Girl change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Follow the Girl?
- Follow the Girl stars Ruth Stonehouse, Jack Dill, Roy Stewart, Mattie Witting and Claire Du Brey.
- When was Follow the Girl released?
- Follow the Girl was released in 1917.