The Modern Prodigal
“A Story In Symbolism”
Synopsis
In the opening of this subject we find the callow youth as he points towards the city's spires, exclaiming to his dear old mother, "Mother, there in the big city is my sphere. There will I turn the world over." Off he goes cityward, ambitious and presumptuous, and perhaps we may add reckless. Alas, the city's whirl is quite a change from the simple quiet life in the country and the youth falls a victim to the snares that beset the unsophisticated.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Guy Hedlund
The Prodigal Son
George Nichols
The Sheriff
Kate Bruce
The Sheriff's Wife
Jack Pickford
The Sheriff's Son
Clara T. Bracy
The Prodigal's Mother
Dell Henderson
At Post Office
James Kirkwood
Mack Sennett
William J. Butler
A Farmer
Edward Dillon
Guard
Frank Evans
Guard
Francis J. Grandon
At Post Office
Robert Harron
At Post Office
Dell Henderson
At Post Office
W. Chrystie Miller
Anthony O'Sullivan
At Farewell
Alfred Paget
Guard
Lester Predmore
Boy Swimming
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 29, 1910
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- Screenplay & Story
- Dell Henderson, Bess Meredyth
- Original Title
- The Modern Prodigal
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 16m
- Production Studios
- Biograph Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D.W. Griffith
Dell Henderson, Bess Meredyth
Department Leadership Roster
D.W. Griffith
Director
Dell Henderson
Writer
Bess Meredyth
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Modern Prodigal
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Modern Prodigal about?
In the opening of this subject we find the callow youth as he points towards the city's spires, exclaiming to his dear old mother, "Mother, there in the big city is my sphere. There will I turn the world over." Off he goes cityward, ambitious and presumptuous, and perhaps we may add reckless. Alas, the city's whirl is quite a change from the simple quiet life in the country and the youth falls a victim to the snares that beset the unsophisticated.
Who directed The Modern Prodigal?
The Modern Prodigal was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in The Modern Prodigal?
The principal cast of The Modern Prodigal includes Guy Hedlund, George Nichols, Kate Bruce, Jack Pickford, Clara T. Bracy.
When was The Modern Prodigal released and how long is it?
The Modern Prodigal was released in 1910 with a total runtime of 16m.