The Coward - 1915

Set during the American Civil War, Keenan stars as a Virginia colonel and Charles Ray as his weak-willed son. The son is forced, at gunpoint, by his father to enlist in the Confederate army. He is terrified by the war and deserts during a battle. The film focuses on the son's struggle to overcome his cowardice.

69min
1915
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating6.0/10

Cast

Frank Keenan profile pictureFrank KeenanCol. Jefferson Beverly Winslow
Charles Ray profile pictureCharles RayFrank Winslow
Gertrude Claire profile pictureGertrude ClaireMrs. Elizabeth Winslow
John Gilbert profile pictureJohn GilbertA Young Virginian (uncredited)
Nick Cogley profile pictureNick CogleyA Negro Servant
Charles K. French profile pictureCharles K. FrenchA Confederate Commander
Bob Kortman profile pictureBob KortmanA Union Officer

About The Coward

The Coward Overview

Set during the American Civil War, Keenan stars as a Virginia colonel and Charles Ray as his weak-willed son. The son is forced, at gunpoint, by his father to enlist in the Confederate army. He is terrified by the war and deserts during a battle. The film focuses on the son's struggle to overcome his cowardice.

Runtime: 69min

Extra details

Original Title: The Coward
Original Language: English
Directed By: Reginald Barker
Production Companies
New York Motion PictureKay-Bee Pictures