Sawdust (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1923, Sawdust is a drama film directed by Jack Conway, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Nita Moore, a circus performer, is mistreated by the ringmaster and runs away to join an old couple who are persuaded that Nita is their longlost daughter. Phillip Lessoway, the couple's lawyer, falls in love with Nita, but after a quarrel he discovers and reveals to the adoptive parents that Nita is an imposter.
Who’s in it. Sawdust stars Gladys Walton as Nita Moore, Niles Welch as Phillip Lessoway, Edith Yorke as Mrs. Nancy Wentworth and Herbert Standing as Ethelbert Wentworth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Sawdust 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 Sawdust page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sawdust tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sawdust (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sawdust change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sawdust worth watching?
- Sawdust holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sawdust?
- Sawdust stars Gladys Walton, Niles Welch, Edith Yorke, Herbert Standing and Matthew Betz.
- When was Sawdust released?
- Sawdust was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.