Breed of the Border (1924): cast, story & where to watch

1924 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 1924, Breed of the Border is a drama and western film directed by Harry Garson, running about 50 minutes.

What it’s about. Following the robbery of the Inspiration Gold Mine, Circus Lacey drifts into the border town of Esmeralda, where he saves Ethel Slocum from the unwanted advances of Red Lucas, a notorious gunman. When Ethel later also refuses to submit to the sheriff's demands, the sheriff frames her father for the mine robbery.

Who’s in it. Breed of the Border stars Maurice 'Lefty' Flynn as 'Circus' Lacey, Dorothy Dwan as Ethel Slocum, Louise Carver as Ma Malone and Milton Ross as Dad Slocum, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Breed of the Border 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 Breed of the Border page.

If you liked it. Fans of Breed of the Border tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Breed of the Border (1924)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breed of the Border change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Breed of the Border worth watching?
Breed of the Border holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Breed of the Border?
Breed of the Border stars Maurice 'Lefty' Flynn, Dorothy Dwan, Louise Carver, Milton Ross and Frank Hagney.
When was Breed of the Border released?
Breed of the Border was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.