
The Adopted Brother
1913, English. Directed by D.W. Griffith & Christy Cabanne.
A Western action film about two men who escape from prison to take revenge on the person who betrayed them. Harry’s actions ensure that William and his friend get sent to prison. They escape, and want to take revenge on Harry. Harry's wife warns the sheriff, and as William and his friend are chasing Harry on horseback, they are shot by the sheriff.
- Runtime
- 0h 17m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- D.W. GriffithDirector
- Christy CabanneDirector
- Robert HarronThe Adopted Brother
- W. Chrystie MillerThe Father
- Dorothy GishThe Daughter
- Elmer BoothThe Son
- Charles GormanThe Son's Friend
- William A. CarrollThe Drunk
- George BerangerThe Employer
- Fred BurnsOutside Sheriff's Office
- Adolph LestinaOutside Sheriff's Office
- W.C. RobinsonOutside Bar
Details
- Released
- 29 August 1913
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Christy Cabanne
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How long is The Adopted Brother?
The Adopted Brother runs 17 minutes (0h 17m).
Does The Adopted Brother have a post-credits scene?
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The Adopted Brother parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Adopted Brother is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Adopted Brother on?
The Adopted Brother isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 29 August 1913. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Adopted Brother?
If you liked The Adopted Brother, try The Bravados, Silverado, Nevada Smith.
Who directed The Adopted Brother?
The Adopted Brother (1913) was directed by D.W. Griffith and Christy Cabanne and stars Robert Harron, W. Chrystie Miller, Dorothy Gish.