
Driftwood
“Beautiful girl drifting with the tide finds human derelict and through strategy brings about his return to society!”
Synopsis
Daisy Smith (Marceline Day), a floater and non-desirable citizen in most societies, seeks refuge on a tropical island in the South Seas. She meets Jim Curtis (Don Alvarado), another society-outcast and a piece of human driftwood, and a romance takes place that regenerates both and they sail back to the United States determined to start life anew.
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October 15, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christy Cabanne
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Harding Davis, Lillie Hayward
- Original Title
- Driftwood
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christy Cabanne
Richard Harding Davis, Lillie Hayward
Ben Pivar
Department Leadership Roster
Christy Cabanne
Director
Ben Pivar
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Driftwood.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Driftwood
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Driftwood about?
Daisy Smith (Marceline Day), a floater and non-desirable citizen in most societies, seeks refuge on a tropical island in the South Seas. She meets Jim Curtis (Don Alvarado), another society-outcast and a piece of human driftwood, and a romance takes place that regenerates both and they sail back to the United States determined to start life anew.
Who directed Driftwood?
Driftwood was directed by Christy Cabanne.
Who stars in Driftwood?
The principal cast of Driftwood includes Marceline Day, Don Alvarado, Alan Roscoe, Jack W. Johnston, Fritzi Brunette.
When was Driftwood released and how long is it?
Driftwood was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.


















