The Third Generation(1920)
The Third Generation Synopsis
When Alden Van Dusen, a third-generation member of a prestigious old New York family, is faced with the alternatives of allowing his firm to go bankrupt or becoming involved in fraud, he decides on suicide. As he is about to drown himself, Alden is attacked by a thug and, in the ensuing struggle, his assailant is killed. Seizing upon the opportunity, Alden changes identities with the dead man and drifts West, where he becomes an employee in his firm's mine.
The Third Generation (1920) is a drama film directed by Henry Kolker, released on January 5, 1920 with a runtime of 50m. It stars Betty Blythe, Mahlon Hamilton, Betty Brice and Jack Pratt. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Henry Kolker
- Writers:
- Henry Kolker, Arthur Ripley
- Cinematographer:
- Charles R. Seeling
- Production:
- Brentwood Film Corporation
- Status:
- Released
The Third Generation Cast & Crew
Main cast
Betty Blythe
as Helen Van Dusen
Mahlon Hamilton
as Alden Van Dusen
Betty Brice
as Miss Scales
Jack Pratt
as Cuthbert Steele
Josef Swickard
as Colonel Alden Van Dusen
Fred Kelsey
as Brody
Peggy Cartwright
as Nancy Jane
- Edward Cecil
Edward Cecil
as Bert Caldwell
- Herbert Jones
Herbert Jones
as Barker
Key crew
Directed by Henry Kolker, written by Henry Kolker and Arthur Ripley.
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The Third Generation Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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The Third Generation – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Third Generation?
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The main cast of The Third Generation (1920) includes Betty Blythe, Mahlon Hamilton, Betty Brice, Jack Pratt and Josef Swickard. The film was directed by Henry Kolker. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Third Generation released?
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The Third Generation was released on January 5, 1920 and runs for 50m.
Is The Third Generation worth watching?
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The Third Generation (1920) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.