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Blind Youth (1920): cast, story & where to watch

1920 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1920, Blind Youth is a drama film directed by Edward Sloman, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. Maurie Monnier, a poor young American sculptor in Paris, marries Clarice, a gold-digging model who later abandons him. When Maurie's wealthy father dies, Maurie returns to the U.S., but his mother and brother will have nothing to do with him because of his poverty. At the end of his rope, he's about to kill himself when he meets Hope, a beautiful young girl who inspires him. Just when things are looking up for Maurie and his new love Hope, who should show up but his gold-digging wife Clarice.

Who’s in it. Blind Youth stars Walter McGrail as Maurie Monnier, Leatrice Joy as Hope Martin, Ora Carew as Clarice Monnier and Claire McDowell as Elizabeth Monnier, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Blind Youth has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blind Youth page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Blind Youth (1920)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blind Youth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Blind Youth worth watching?
Blind Youth holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Blind Youth?
Blind Youth stars Walter McGrail, Leatrice Joy, Ora Carew, Claire McDowell and Josef Swickard.
When was Blind Youth released?
Blind Youth was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.