Skip to content
Broncho Billy-Guardian poster
IMDbNR191412mUnited States of America

Broncho Billy-Guardian

Synopsis

Broncho Billy hears a child scream and rushes on the scene in time to prevent Jim Haley, a big brute of a man, from beating his little daughter, Josie, with a horse whip. Later, Haley and Pedro, a half-breed, are caught rustling cattle and are given the customary treatment, but not before Haley writes a note to Josie, stating that the boys will take care of her. The boys send Josie east to school and ten years later, when she returns a young lady, they all fall in love with her.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 17, 1914

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Gilbert M. Anderson
Screenplay & Story
Gilbert M. Anderson
Original Title
Broncho Billy-Guardian
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
12m
Production Studios
The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Gilbert M. Anderson

Screenplay & Story

Gilbert M. Anderson

Department Leadership Roster

Gilbert M. Anderson

Gilbert M. Anderson

Director

Gilbert M. Anderson

Gilbert M. Anderson

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Broncho Billy-Guardian.

Similar Titles to Broncho Billy-Guardian

Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling

  • 8.0
  • 10.0
  • 10.0
  • 10.0
  • 8.0
  • 8.0
  • 10.0
  • 8.0
  • 9.0

More Like Broncho Billy-Guardian

Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.

6.5
6.4
6.2
7.3
6.1
6.1
6.8
6.6
6.7
6.5
6.6
6.6

Frequently Asked Questions About Broncho Billy-Guardian

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Broncho Billy-Guardian about?

Broncho Billy hears a child scream and rushes on the scene in time to prevent Jim Haley, a big brute of a man, from beating his little daughter, Josie, with a horse whip. Later, Haley and Pedro, a half-breed, are caught rustling cattle and are given the customary treatment, but not before Haley writes a note to Josie, stating that the boys will take care of her. The boys send Josie east to school and ten years later, when she returns a young lady, they all fall in love with her.

Who directed Broncho Billy-Guardian?

Broncho Billy-Guardian was directed by Gilbert M. Anderson.

Who stars in Broncho Billy-Guardian?

The principal cast of Broncho Billy-Guardian includes Gilbert M. Anderson, Carl Stockdale, Marguerite Clayton, Lloyd Ingraham, Victor Potel.

When was Broncho Billy-Guardian released and how long is it?

Broncho Billy-Guardian was released in 1914 with a total runtime of 12m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Broncho Billy-Guardian?

Broncho Billy-Guardian holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).