The Buried Past (1913): cast, story & where to watch
1913 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1913, The Buried Past is a drama film directed by Reginald Barker, running about 21 minutes.
What it’s about. Myrtle Gross escapes her abusive, alcoholic husband, Jim, taking their baby to Alaska with money and a ticket stolen from Tom Winters. She builds a new life, but years later, her past resurfaces when Jim, having traced her, arrives to confront her, threatening her new existence.
Who’s in it. The Buried Past stars Charles Ray as Tom Winters - the Lover, Leona Hutton as Myrtle Gross - the Wife, Walter Edwards as Jim Gross - the Husband and Daniel Gilfether, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Buried Past 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 Buried Past page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Buried Past tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Buried Past (1913)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Buried Past change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Buried Past worth watching?
- The Buried Past 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 The Buried Past?
- The Buried Past stars Charles Ray, Leona Hutton, Walter Edwards, Daniel Gilfether and Enid Markey.
- When was The Buried Past released?
- The Buried Past was released in 1913, with a runtime of about 21 minutes.