Breakers Ahead
Synopsis
After young Ruth Bowman's mother dies, the child is raised by Agatha Pixley, and in time, the girl falls in love with Agatha's son, Eric. While Eric is at sea with Captain Scudder on a boat owned by Jim and Hiram Hawley, a jealous villager spreads the tale that Ruth is illegitimate, and the townspeople inevitably snub her. Jim Hiram sets his boat on fire after its arrival in port so that he can collect insurance money, and Ruth, believing that Eric is on board, tries to rescue him. When Ruth and Eric escape safely, Captain Scudder reveals that he, Ruth's long-lost father, was legally married to her mother, which re-establishes Ruth's good name and enables her to marry Eric.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 25, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Brabin
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Brabin, H.P. Keeler
- Original Title
- Breakers Ahead
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Brabin
Charles Brabin, H.P. Keeler
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Brabin
Director
Charles Brabin
Writer
H.P. Keeler
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Breakers Ahead
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Breakers Ahead about?
After young Ruth Bowman's mother dies, the child is raised by Agatha Pixley, and in time, the girl falls in love with Agatha's son, Eric. While Eric is at sea with Captain Scudder on a boat owned by Jim and Hiram Hawley, a jealous villager spreads the tale that Ruth is illegitimate, and the townspeople inevitably snub her. Jim Hiram sets his boat on fire after its arrival in port so that he can collect insurance money, and Ruth, believing that Eric is on board, tries to rescue him. When Ruth and Eric escape safely, Captain Scudder reveals that he, Ruth's long-lost father, was legally married to her mother, which re-establishes Ruth's good name and enables her to marry Eric.
Who directed Breakers Ahead?
Breakers Ahead was directed by Charles Brabin.
Who stars in Breakers Ahead?
The principal cast of Breakers Ahead includes Viola Dana, Clifford Bruce, Mabel Van Buren, Russell Simpson, Eugene Pallette.
When was Breakers Ahead released and how long is it?
Breakers Ahead was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.