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Salvage (1921): cast, story & where to watch

1921 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 1921, Salvage is a drama film directed by Henry King, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. When her wealthy husband informs her of the death of her baby, Bernice Ridgeway leaves him and takes a tenement apartment opposite that of Kate Martin, whose husband is in prison, and becomes acquainted with Kate and her child. When Kate commits suicide, Bernice takes the child and assumes the dead woman's name; and the child's father, Fred Martin, having finished his term, discovers the deceit but keeps the secret.

Who’s in it. Salvage stars Pauline Frederick as Bernice Ridgeway / Kate Martin, Ralph Lewis as Cyrus Ridgeway, Milton Sills as Fred Martin and Helen Stone as Ruth Martin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Salvage 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 Salvage page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Salvage (1921)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Salvage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Salvage worth watching?
Salvage holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Salvage?
Salvage stars Pauline Frederick, Ralph Lewis, Milton Sills, Helen Stone and Rose Cade.
When was Salvage released?
Salvage was released in 1921, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.