The First Degree
1923, English. Directed by Edward Sedgwick.
Sam Purdy receives a summons to testify before a grand jury, and not realizing that the matter concerns sheep-stealing he assumes it to concern the murder of his brother, Will.
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 30 January 1923
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- George Randolph Chester
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The First Degree runs 65 minutes (1h 5m).
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The First Degree parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The First Degree is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The First Degree on?
The First Degree isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 30 January 1923. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The First Degree?
If you liked The First Degree, try Won't Back Down, The Truth About Emanuel, National Theatre Live: Hamlet.
Who directed The First Degree?
The First Degree (1923) was directed by Edward Sedgwick and stars Frank Mayo, Sylvia Breamer, Philo McCullough.