The Coward
Synopsis
Set during the American Civil War, Keenan stars as a Virginia colonel and Charles Ray as his weak-willed son. The son is forced, at gunpoint, by his father to enlist in the Confederate army. He is terrified by the war and deserts during a battle. The film focuses on the son's struggle to overcome his cowardice.
Top Cast
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Frank Keenan
Col. Jefferson Beverly Winslow
Charles Ray
Frank Winslow
Gertrude Claire
Mrs. Elizabeth Winslow
John Gilbert
A Young Virginian (uncredited)
Patricia Palmer
Amy
Nick Cogley
A Negro Servant
Charles K. French
A Confederate Commander
Minnie Devereaux
Mammy
Bob Kortman
A Union Officer
Leo Willis
A Union Soldier
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 14, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Reginald Barker
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas H. Ince
- Original Title
- The Coward
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Production Studios
- New York Motion Picture, Kay-Bee Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Reginald Barker
Thomas H. Ince
Joseph H. August, Robert Newhard
Thomas H. Ince
Department Leadership Roster
Reginald Barker
Director
Thomas H. Ince
Screenplay
Thomas H. Ince
Producer
Joseph H. August
Director of Photography
Robert Newhard
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Coward
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What is The Coward about?
Set during the American Civil War, Keenan stars as a Virginia colonel and Charles Ray as his weak-willed son. The son is forced, at gunpoint, by his father to enlist in the Confederate army. He is terrified by the war and deserts during a battle. The film focuses on the son's struggle to overcome his cowardice.
Who directed The Coward?
The Coward was directed by Reginald Barker.
Who stars in The Coward?
The principal cast of The Coward includes Frank Keenan, Charles Ray, Gertrude Claire, John Gilbert, Patricia Palmer.
When was The Coward released and how long is it?
The Coward was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.