The Forfeit (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1919, The Forfeit is a drama and western film directed by Frank Powell, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Disinherited by his father, Jeffrey Masters leaves his New York home and amasses a fortune in Texas cattle country. When his younger brother Bob marries Elvine Van Blooren, known as Effie, contrary to his father's wishes, he also is disinherited. Like Jeffrey, Bob goes West, but turns to rustling and becomes the leader of a gang. When Effie, who knows nothing about Bob's involvement with the gang, learns about their hiding place, she informs on them for a much needed $10,000 reward.
Who’s in it. The Forfeit stars House Peters as Jeffrey Masters, Jane Miller as Elvine Van Blooren, William Human as Bob Whitstone and Hector V. Sarno as Sikem Bruce, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Forfeit 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 The Forfeit page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Forfeit tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Forfeit (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Forfeit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Forfeit worth watching?
- The Forfeit holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Forfeit?
- The Forfeit stars House Peters, Jane Miller, William Human, Hector V. Sarno and L.H. Welles.
- When was The Forfeit released?
- The Forfeit was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.