Quicksand (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1918, Quicksand is a drama film directed by Victor Schertzinger, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Jim Bowen, a cashier in a prosperous insurance firm, lives happily with his wife Mary and son Frankie until Alan Perry, the profligate son of Jim's employer, frames Jim for forgery.
Who’s in it. Quicksand stars Dorothy Dalton as Mary Bowen, Philo McCullough as Alan Perry, Henry A. Barrows as John Boland and Frankie Lee as Frankie Bowen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Quicksand 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 Quicksand page.
If you liked it. Fans of Quicksand tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Quicksand (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Quicksand change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Quicksand worth watching?
- Quicksand holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Quicksand?
- Quicksand stars Dorothy Dalton, Philo McCullough, Henry A. Barrows, Frankie Lee and Edward Coxen.
- When was Quicksand released?
- Quicksand was released in 1918, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.