Wild Sumac (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1917, Wild Sumac is a drama film directed by William V. Mong, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. French Canadian Jacques Fontaine shoots a man in a tavern brawl and then flees, a fugitive from the North West Mounted Police. Fifteen years later, he wanders into St. Croix, Alberta, where he meets Lupine, a repulsive half-breed trapper, and his enchanting daughter Wild Sumac.
Who’s in it. Wild Sumac stars Margery Wilson as Wild Sumac, Ed Brady as John Lewisa, Frank Brownlee as Lupin and Wilbur Higby as Armand du Fere, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Wild Sumac 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 Wild Sumac page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wild Sumac tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wild Sumac (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wild Sumac change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wild Sumac worth watching?
- Wild Sumac 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 Wild Sumac?
- Wild Sumac stars Margery Wilson, Ed Brady, Frank Brownlee, Wilbur Higby and Ray Jackson.
- When was Wild Sumac released?
- Wild Sumac was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.