

Passers-By
Synopsis
A young Englishman falls in love with the children's governess in his step-sister's home. His step-sister, however, cannot abide the class differential in the romance and sabotages it. The young man, in a state of boredom and depression, begins to invite into the house anyone who happens to pass by in the street.
Top Cast
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June 20, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Stuart Blackton
- Screenplay & Story
- C. Haddon Chambers, Stanley Olmstead
- Original Title
- Passers-By
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- J. Stuart Blackton Feature Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Stuart Blackton
C. Haddon Chambers, Stanley Olmstead
William S. Adams
Department Leadership Roster
J. Stuart Blackton
Director
Stanley Olmstead
Writer
William S. Adams
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Passers-By
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Passers-By about?
A young Englishman falls in love with the children's governess in his step-sister's home. His step-sister, however, cannot abide the class differential in the romance and sabotages it. The young man, in a state of boredom and depression, begins to invite into the house anyone who happens to pass by in the street.
Who directed Passers-By?
Passers-By was directed by J. Stuart Blackton.
Who stars in Passers-By?
The principal cast of Passers-By includes Herbert Rawlinson, Leila Valentine, Ellen Cassidy, Pauline Coffyn, William J. Ferguson.
When was Passers-By released and how long is it?
Passers-By was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
