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Bread Upon the Waters (1912): cast, story & where to watch

1912 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 1912, Bread Upon the Waters is a drama film directed by Oscar Eagle, running about 10 minutes.

What it’s about. Tim Clancy, an ex-convict, on the day of his release, returns home and is welcomed by his mother and sweetheart. He decides to turn over a new leaf. He applies and secures work at the Ganes shoe factory. Here he is recognized by a detective and when his record is made known to the management he is discharged. The inevitable follows.

Who’s in it. Bread Upon the Waters stars W.P. Foote as Tim Clancey - the Ex-Convict, Vera Hamilton as Tim Clancey's Wife, Lafe McKee as Mr. James Preston and Lillian Leighton as Mrs. James Preston, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Bread Upon the Waters 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 Bread Upon the Waters page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bread Upon the Waters tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bread Upon the Waters (1912)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bread Upon the Waters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Bread Upon the Waters worth watching?
Bread Upon the Waters 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 Bread Upon the Waters?
Bread Upon the Waters stars W.P. Foote, Vera Hamilton, Lafe McKee, Lillian Leighton and Frances Osman.
When was Bread Upon the Waters released?
Bread Upon the Waters was released in 1912, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.