The Turn in the Road (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1919, The Turn in the Road is a drama film directed by King Vidor, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Paul Perry, the son of Perryville's wealthiest citizen, marries Reverend Matthew Barker's younger daughter Evelyn, while her sister June, who disputes her father's sermons preaching that it is God's will that sends affliction, hides her own love for Paul. When Evelyn dies in childbirth, Paul nearly goes insane.
Who’s in it. The Turn in the Road stars George Nichols as Hamilton Perry, Lloyd Hughes as Paul Perry, Winter Hall as Reverend Matthew Barker and Helen Jerome Eddy as Jane Barker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Turn in the Road 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 Turn in the Road page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Turn in the Road tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Turn in the Road (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Turn in the Road change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Turn in the Road worth watching?
- The Turn in the Road holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Turn in the Road?
- The Turn in the Road stars George Nichols, Lloyd Hughes, Winter Hall, Helen Jerome Eddy and Pauline Curley.
- When was The Turn in the Road released?
- The Turn in the Road was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.