Movie

Backbone

“She knew that he could fight, but when he began to make love-oh, Boy!”

★ 8.0(1)19231h 10m

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Where to watch Backbone

🇨🇦 Canada

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Good to know

Director: Edward Sloman
Release date: 1923-04-30
Runtime: 1h 10m
Language: No Language
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Distinctive Pictures

About Backbone

Backbone is a 1923 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Edward Sloman, starring Edith Roberts, Alfred Lunt and William B. Mack. It has a runtime of 1 hour 10 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Backbone in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When Yvonne de Chausson comes home from a trip to France, she is told that her grandfather, lumber magnate Andre de Mersay, has been stricken with an undisclosed illness. He is sequestered in a room and his secretary refuses to allow Yvonne to see him. Her attempts to get to him are constantly thwarted and the plot thickens with the appearance of John Thorne, who purchases part of the family's land holdings without Yvonne's consent.

Cast

Edith Roberts

Yvonne de Mersay / Yvonne de Chausson

Alfred Lunt

John Thorne / Andre de Mersay

William B. Mack

Anthony Bracken

Frank Evans

Doc Roper

Major Doyle

Col. Tip

Emile La Croix

Andre de Mersay

Jack W. Johnston

Captain of the Guards

George MacQuarrie

The Constable of France

Sam J. Ryan

Paddy

Frank Hagney

The Indian

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Backbone in Canada?+

Backbone is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Backbone on Netflix?+

Backbone is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Backbone?+

Backbone has a runtime of 1 hour 10 minutes (70 minutes).

Who stars in Backbone?+

Backbone stars Edith Roberts, Alfred Lunt, William B. Mack, Frank Evans and Major Doyle.

When did Backbone come out?+

Backbone is a 1923 movie directed by Edward Sloman.

What genre is Backbone?+

Backbone is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed Backbone?+

Backbone was directed by Edward Sloman.