Driftwood (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1928, Driftwood is an adventure and romance film directed by Christy Cabanne, running about 65 minutes.
What it’s about. Daisy Smith (Marceline Day), a floater and non-desirable citizen in most societies, seeks refuge on a tropical island in the South Seas. She meets Jim Curtis (Don Alvarado), another society-outcast and a piece of human driftwood, and a romance takes place that regenerates both and they sail back to the United States determined to start life anew.
Who’s in it. Driftwood stars Marceline Day as Daisy Smith, Don Alvarado as Jim Curtis, Alan Roscoe as Johnson and Jack W. Johnston as Barlow, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Driftwood sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Driftwood page.
If you liked it. Fans of Driftwood tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Driftwood (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Driftwood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Driftwood worth watching?
- Driftwood holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Driftwood?
- Driftwood stars Marceline Day, Don Alvarado, Alan Roscoe, Jack W. Johnston and Fritzi Brunette.
- When was Driftwood released?
- Driftwood was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.