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The Only Son (1914)

Movie ★ 1.0 50 min

Drama

Thomas Brainerd, Sr., as a prospector, is a dutiful and loving husband and father, but when he strikes gold he becomes obsessed with business and all his relationships suffer. Due to his inattention his wife nearly strays and his son bitter at his father lack of understanding becomes estranged. All end happily though.

Oscar Apfel Director William C. deMille Director Cecil B. DeMille Director Thomas N. Heffron Director

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Quick facts

Released
June 15, 1914
Runtime
50 min
IMDb
tt0004434
Language
Studio
Famous Players-Lasky Corporation

Themes

Cast

Jane Darwell Jane Darwell Mrs. Brainerd Thomas W. Ross Thomas W. Ross Thomas Brainerd, Jr. Jim Blackwell Thomas Brainerd, Sr. A. MacMillan Henry Thompson Merta Carpenter Gertrude Brainerd Arthur Collins Jim Tompkins J.P. Wild Charles Lester Fred Starr Collins

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Only Son about?
Thomas Brainerd, Sr., as a prospector, is a dutiful and loving husband and father, but when he strikes gold he becomes obsessed with business and all his relationships suffer. Due to his inattention his wife nearly strays and his son bitter at his father lack of understanding becomes estranged. All end happily though.
Who directed The Only Son?
The Only Son was directed by Oscar Apfel, William C. deMille, Cecil B. DeMille, Thomas N. Heffron.
Who stars in The Only Son?
The Only Son stars Jane Darwell, Thomas W. Ross, Jim Blackwell, A. MacMillan.
When was The Only Son released?
The Only Son is a 1914 drama film.
Where can I watch The Only Son?
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