The Inevitable (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 1917, The Inevitable is a drama film directed by Ben Goetz, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Donald Gray is accused by his partner of dishonesty. The shock of the accusation kills him, and since his innocence cannot be proven, his daughter takes it upon herself to avenge the insult. Meeting Alan Burnham, the couple's only child, he decides to ruin his career.
Who’s in it. The Inevitable stars Anna Q. Nilsson as Florence Grey, Chester Barnett as Alan Burnham, Albert Tavernier as Donald Grey and William Bailey as Frank Lyons, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Inevitable 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 Inevitable page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Inevitable tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Inevitable (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Inevitable change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Inevitable worth watching?
- The Inevitable holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Inevitable?
- The Inevitable stars Anna Q. Nilsson, Chester Barnett, Albert Tavernier, William Bailey and Wilson Reynolds.
- When was The Inevitable released?
- The Inevitable was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.