The Coward
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Released: Nov 14, 1915
Runtime: 1h 9m
Rating: ⭐ 5.7 / 10
Drama
War
History
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.
Top Billed Cast

Frank Keenan
Col. Jefferson Beverly Winslow

Charles Ray
Frank Winslow

Gertrude Claire
Mrs. Elizabeth Winslow

John Gilbert
A Young Virginian (uncredited)

Patricia Palmer
Amy

Nick Cogley
A Negro Servant

Charles K. French
A Confederate Commander

Minnie Devereaux
Mammy

Bob Kortman
A Union Officer

Leo Willis
A Union Soldier