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Should a Woman Tell? (1919): cast, story & where to watch

1919 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1919, Should a Woman Tell? is a drama film directed by John Ince, running about 60 minutes. “THE TENSE DRAMA OF A SOUL IN DOUBT” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A village girl, on a visit to the city of Boston, is taken advantage of by a man there, and returns to her home feeling sullied and ashamed. A young man who had once sought her hand returns from years away in Europe and reiterates his suit.

Who’s in it. Should a Woman Tell? stars Alice Lake as Meta Maxon, Frank Currier as Mr. Maxon, Jack Mulhall as Albert Tuley and Nellie Anderson as Mrs. Maxon, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Should a Woman Tell? has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Should a Woman Tell? page.

If you liked it. Fans of Should a Woman Tell? tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Should a Woman Tell? (1919)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Should a Woman Tell? change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Should a Woman Tell? worth watching?
Should a Woman Tell? holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Should a Woman Tell??
Should a Woman Tell? stars Alice Lake, Frank Currier, Jack Mulhall, Nellie Anderson and Lydia Knott.
When was Should a Woman Tell? released?
Should a Woman Tell? was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.