Wild Primrose (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1918, Wild Primrose is a drama film directed by Frederick A. Thomson, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Standish, a wealthy Northerner, deserts his untutored Southern wife shortly after their daughter Primrose's birth, preferring to wed the cultured but haughty Emily. After her mother's death, Primrose is placed in the care of her uncle, who rears her as a refined and educated young lady. Longing for his daughter, Standish sends for her, and although Primrose, deeply resentful of her father, exaggerates the role of the uncouth mountain girl, he and his ward, Jack Wilton, come to love her deeply.
Who’s in it. Wild Primrose stars Gladys Leslie as Primrose Standish, Richard Barthelmess as Jack Wilton, Eulalie Jensen as Marie and Charles Kent as Williams, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Wild Primrose 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 Wild Primrose page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wild Primrose tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wild Primrose (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wild Primrose change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wild Primrose worth watching?
- Wild Primrose 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 Wild Primrose?
- Wild Primrose stars Gladys Leslie, Richard Barthelmess, Eulalie Jensen, Charles Kent and Claude Gillingwater.
- When was Wild Primrose released?
- Wild Primrose was released in 1918, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.