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The Adventurer (1917): cast, story & where to watch

1917 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1917, The Adventurer is a drama film directed by Alice Guy-Blaché, running about 50 minutes.

What it’s about. A young girl is trying to live an honest life in a crooked city. Caught up with a crook that might be the son of a millionaire and other crooked people, she must attempt to reform things, or at least one person.

Who’s in it. The Adventurer stars Marian Swayne as Dorothy Markham, Pell Trenton as John Adams/Jim, Ethel Stanard as Margaret Adams and Kirke Brown as Mortimer Wiley, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Adventurer has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Adventurer page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Adventurer (1917)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Adventurer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Adventurer worth watching?
The Adventurer holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Adventurer?
The Adventurer stars Marian Swayne, Pell Trenton, Ethel Stanard, Kirke Brown and Charles Halton.
When was The Adventurer released?
The Adventurer was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.