The Heart of a Lion
“He's Wearing The Blue Shirt Again The most beloved star of motion pictures is appearing in one of his famous favorite roles of the great north woods.”
Synopsis
Hiram Danforth (William Farnum) is on a quest to find his birth mother, a search complicated by his upbringing and the social context of the time. The movie explores the themes of his murky, repressed past, and the journey he undertakes to uncover it.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 15, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Lloyd
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Lloyd, Ralph Connor
- Original Title
- The Heart of a Lion
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Lloyd
Frank Lloyd, Ralph Connor
William C. Foster
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Lloyd
Director
William C. Foster
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Heart of a Lion
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What is The Heart of a Lion about?
Hiram Danforth (William Farnum) is on a quest to find his birth mother, a search complicated by his upbringing and the social context of the time. The movie explores the themes of his murky, repressed past, and the journey he undertakes to uncover it.
Who directed The Heart of a Lion?
The Heart of a Lion was directed by Frank Lloyd.
Who stars in The Heart of a Lion?
The principal cast of The Heart of a Lion includes William Farnum, Mary Martin, William Courtleigh Jr., Wanda Hawley, Walter Law.
When was The Heart of a Lion released and how long is it?
The Heart of a Lion was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
Is The Heart of a Lion based on a book or true story?
The Heart of a Lion is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ralph Connor".