John Barleycorn (1914)
Based on the autobiographical novel of the same name. Jack London has struggled with alcoholism most of his life. At age five he was instructed to bring a pail of beer to his father and drank some to prevent it spilling over, getting drunk for the first time. As an adult, he goes through cycles of abstinence only to return to hard drinking.
Director: Hobart Bosworth, J. Charles Haydon
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 61 min
Release Date: January 1, 1914
Cast
- Elmer Clifton - Jack, 3rd period
- Antrim Short - Jack, 2nd period
- Matty Roubert - Jack, 1st period
- Viola Barry - Haydee
- Hobart Bosworth - Scratch Nelson
- Elmo Lincoln
Screenplay
- Jack London (Novel)
- Hettie Grey Baker (Screenplay)
Production: W. W. Hodkinson Corporation
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Themes
Addiction and Recovery
Keywords
alcoholism, lost film
More Films by Director: Hobart Bosworth, J. Charles Haydon
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is John Barleycorn about?
- Based on the autobiographical novel of the same name. Jack London has struggled with alcoholism most of his life. At age five he was instructed to bring a pail of beer to his father and drank some to prevent it spilling over, getting drunk for the first time. As an adult, he goes through cycles of abstinence only to return to hard drinking.
- Who directed John Barleycorn?
- John Barleycorn was directed by Hobart Bosworth, J. Charles Haydon.
- Who stars in John Barleycorn?
- John Barleycorn stars Elmer Clifton, Antrim Short, Matty Roubert, Viola Barry, Hobart Bosworth, Elmo Lincoln.
- How long is John Barleycorn?
- John Barleycorn has a runtime of 1h 1m (61 minutes).
- What genre is John Barleycorn?
- John Barleycorn is a Drama film.
- Where was John Barleycorn produced?
- John Barleycorn was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of John Barleycorn?
- The themes of John Barleycorn include: Addiction and Recovery.