Movie

The Female of the Species

“A Psychological Tragedy”

★ 4.2(14)191214m

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Good to know

Director: D.W. Griffith
Release date: 1912-04-15
Runtime: 14m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: American Mutoscope & Biograph

About The Female of the Species

The Female of the Species is a 1912 movie in the Drama genre, directed by D.W. Griffith, starring Charles West, Claire McDowell and Mary Pickford. It has a runtime of 14 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.2/10 from 14 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Female of the Species in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A man and three women leave an abandoned mining town and travel across the desert. After the man's death, his wife plans revenge against her companion, whom the wife suspects had an affair with her deceased husband.

Cast

Charles West

The Miner (as Charles H. West)

Claire McDowell

The Miner's Wife

Mary Pickford

The Miner's Wife's Sister

Dorothy Bernard

The Other Woman

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Female of the Species in United States?+

The Female of the Species is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Female of the Species on Netflix?+

The Female of the Species is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is The Female of the Species?+

The Female of the Species has a runtime of 14 minutes (14 minutes).

Who stars in The Female of the Species?+

The Female of the Species stars Charles West, Claire McDowell, Mary Pickford and Dorothy Bernard.

When did The Female of the Species come out?+

The Female of the Species is a 1912 movie directed by D.W. Griffith.

What genre is The Female of the Species?+

The Female of the Species is Drama film.

Who directed The Female of the Species?+

The Female of the Species was directed by D.W. Griffith.