The Primrose Path (1925): cast, story & where to watch
1925 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1925, The Primrose Path is a drama film directed by Harry O. Hoyt, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Alcoholic playboy Wallace MacDonald (as Bruce Armstrong) would like to sober up and become more responsible, after a drinking accident causes him to cripple little brother Pat Moore (as Jimmy Armstrong). Still, the lure of liquor makes him to sneak drinks at home, and go out partying with carefree showgirl Clara Bow (as Marilyn Merrill). He's promised Ms. Bow he'll quit drinking and gambling. Further complicating Mr. MacDonald's life are the bad checks he's been accumulating. Nasty Stuart Holmes (as Tom Canfield) and Tom Santschi (as "Big Joe" Snead) force MacDonald to join their diamond smuggling racket, in lieu of payment.
Who’s in it. The Primrose Path stars Wallace MacDonald as Bruce Armstrong, Clara Bow as Marilyn Merrill, Arline Pretty as Helen and Stuart Holmes as Tom Canfield, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Primrose Path has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Primrose Path page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Primrose Path tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Primrose Path (1925)?
- In US, The Primrose Path is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Primrose Path worth watching?
- The Primrose Path 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 The Primrose Path?
- The Primrose Path stars Wallace MacDonald, Clara Bow, Arline Pretty, Stuart Holmes and Pat Moore.
- When was The Primrose Path released?
- The Primrose Path was released in 1925, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.
