The Orphan (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1920, The Orphan is a drama and western film directed by J. Gordon Edwards, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. A young boy becomes an outlaw seeking to avenge his father's murder, but ultimately joins forces with the local sheriff to save the lawman's niece and defeat the true killer.
Who’s in it. The Orphan stars William Farnum as The Orphan, Louise Lovely as Helen Shields, Henry Hebert as Tex Willard and G. Raymond Nye as Bill Howland, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Orphan 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 The Orphan page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Orphan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Orphan (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Orphan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Orphan worth watching?
- The Orphan holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Orphan?
- The Orphan stars William Farnum, Louise Lovely, Henry Hebert, G. Raymond Nye and George Nichols.
- When was The Orphan released?
- The Orphan was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.