The Sage Hen (1921)
Jane Croft is the subject of cruel gossip in Silver Creek, Arizona, in 1880, and is nicknamed "The Sage Hen." The Home Purity League drives her out of town with her son, John. She sends him back to town on a horse when they are attacked by Indians. There he is adopted by the Rudds; and when they move away, Jane loses contact with her son for 20 years. In the meantime, she becomes housekeeper to George Sanson and a "mother" to his daughter, Stella. A gold rush brings John back as a lieutenant of cavalry. He falls in love with Stella, but Craney, a gambler, threatens to expose Jane's past unless she gives Stella to him. The father is killed, but John saves his mother and Stella from further jeopardy. Jane confesses her past to her son and is able to find happiness after years of sorrow.
Cast
- Gladys Brockwell - The Sage Hen
- Wallace MacDonald - Her Son, as a Man
- Richard Headrick - Her Son, as a Boy
- Lillian Rich - Stella Sanson
- Alfred Allen - John Rudd
Screenplay
- Harry Solter (Story)
Keywords
lost film
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Sage Hen about?
- Jane Croft is the subject of cruel gossip in Silver Creek, Arizona, in 1880, and is nicknamed "The Sage Hen." The Home Purity League drives her out of town with her son, John. She sends him back to town on a horse when they are attacked by Indians. There he is adopted by the Rudds; and when they move away, Jane loses contact with her son for 20 years. In the meantime, she becomes housekeeper to George Sanson and a "mother" to his daughter, Stella. A gold rush brings John back as a lieutenant of cavalry. He falls in love with Stella, but Craney, a gambler, threatens to expose Jane's past unless she gives Stella to him. The father is killed, but John saves his mother and Stella from further jeopardy. Jane confesses her past to her son and is able to find happiness after years of sorrow.
- Who directed The Sage Hen?
- The Sage Hen was directed by Edgar Lewis.
- Who stars in The Sage Hen?
- The Sage Hen stars Gladys Brockwell, Wallace MacDonald, Richard Headrick, Lillian Rich, Alfred Allen.
- How long is The Sage Hen?
- The Sage Hen has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is The Sage Hen?
- The Sage Hen is a Western, Drama film.
- Where was The Sage Hen produced?
- The Sage Hen was produced in United States of America.