The Way of the Strong
Synopsis
In an Alaskan mining camp, James Leyburn runs off with his gold prospecting partner Alexander Hendrie's wife Audrie and son Frank. Caught in a blizzard, James deserts them in order to save his own life. Audrie dies, and the little boy is taken to live with his mother's half sister Monica Norton. A few years later both James and Alexander are wealthy men. Alexander meets and falls in love with Monica, neither aware of the other's identity.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 17, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edwin Carewe
- Screenplay & Story
- Ridgwell Cullum, Finis Fox, June Mathis
- Original Title
- The Way of the Strong
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edwin Carewe
Ridgwell Cullum, Finis Fox, June Mathis
Department Leadership Roster
Edwin Carewe
Director
Finis Fox
Writer
June Mathis
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Way of the Strong
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What is The Way of the Strong about?
In an Alaskan mining camp, James Leyburn runs off with his gold prospecting partner Alexander Hendrie's wife Audrie and son Frank. Caught in a blizzard, James deserts them in order to save his own life. Audrie dies, and the little boy is taken to live with his mother's half sister Monica Norton. A few years later both James and Alexander are wealthy men. Alexander meets and falls in love with Monica, neither aware of the other's identity.
Who directed The Way of the Strong?
The Way of the Strong was directed by Edwin Carewe.
Who stars in The Way of the Strong?
The principal cast of The Way of the Strong includes Anna Q. Nilsson, Joe King, Harry Northrup, Irene Yeager, Arthur Redden.
When was The Way of the Strong released and how long is it?
The Way of the Strong was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is The Way of the Strong based on a book or true story?
The Way of the Strong is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ridgwell Cullum".