The Lamb and the Lion (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1919, The Lamb and the Lion is a comedy and drama film directed by Francis J. Grandon, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. A girl known as "Boots," who keeps house for a band of crooks led by her kind guardian, Uncle Ben, called "The Lion," demands that she be allowed to accompany them on a burglary. Dressed in boy's clothes, Boots is caught by Mrs. Kathryn Sylvester, a rich society widow, who, upon learning that Boots is a girl, resolves to avenge herself on James Graham, who refused to marry her stating that he wanted no stain on his lineage.
Who’s in it. The Lamb and the Lion stars Billie Rhodes as Boots, Melbourne MacDowell as Uncle Ben, Maude George as Mrs. Kathryn Sylvester and Vera Lewis as Mrs. Robert Derby, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Lamb and the Lion 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 Lamb and the Lion page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lamb and the Lion tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lamb and the Lion (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lamb and the Lion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lamb and the Lion worth watching?
- The Lamb and the Lion holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Lamb and the Lion?
- The Lamb and the Lion stars Billie Rhodes, Melbourne MacDowell, Maude George, Vera Lewis and Al Ernest Garcia.
- When was The Lamb and the Lion released?
- The Lamb and the Lion was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.