Babbling Tongues (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film

Released in 1917, Babbling Tongues is a notable film.
What it’s about. When elderly Joseph Moreau and his young wife Therese offer refuge to starving young dramatist Paul Savary, gossips begin to spread rumors of a love affair between the wife and the writer. For the good of all concerned, Paul moves into separate quarters. One day Paul overhears the gossip again at a café and challenges the purveyor of the lie to a duel. Moreau, for his own satisfaction, takes Paul's place in combat and is mortally wounded. Moreau staggers to Paul's apartment where he discovers Therese, who has come to beg the writer to refuse to fight.
Who’s in it. Babbling Tongues stars James Morrison as Paul Savary, Gladden James as Felix and Richard Tucker as Viscount de Bellerive.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Babbling Tongues page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Babbling Tongues (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Babbling Tongues change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Babbling Tongues?
- Babbling Tongues stars James Morrison, Gladden James and Richard Tucker.
- When was Babbling Tongues released?
- Babbling Tongues was released in 1917.
