Sorrell and Son(1934)
THE GRANDEST LOVE STORY EVER TOLD. WARWICK DEEPING'S VIVID DRAMA MADE TO THRILL THE WORLD ANEW.
Sorrell and Son Synopsis
Stephen Sorrell, a decorated war hero, raises his son Kit alone after Kit's mother deserts husband and child in the boy's infancy. Sorrell loses a promising job offer and is forced to take work as a menial. Both his dignity and his health are damaged as he suffers under the exhausting labor and harsh treatment he receives as a hotel porter. But Sorrell thrives in the knowledge that his son will benefit from his labors. Sorrell has allowed the boy to believe his mother dead, but when the mother shows up, wanting to re-enter the young man's life, Sorrell must make hard decisions.
Sorrell and Son (1934) is a drama film directed by Jack Raymond, released on March 5, 1934 with a runtime of 1h 24m. It stars H.B. Warner, Margot Grahame, Peter Penrose and Hugh Williams. Viewers rate it 5.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Jack Raymond
- Writers:
- Warwick Deeping, Lydia Hayward
- Production:
- British & Dominions Film Corporation
- Status:
- Released
Sorrell and Son Cast & Crew
Main cast
H.B. Warner
as Captain Stephen Sorrell
Margot Grahame
as Mrs. Dora Sorrell
- Peter Penrose
Peter Penrose
as Kit Sorrell as a Child
Hugh Williams
as Kit Sorrell as an Adult
Winifred Shotter
as Molly Pentreath
Ruby Miller
as Mrs. Palfrey
Evelyn Roberts
as Mr. Roland
Donald Calthrop
as Dr. Richard Orange
- Arthur Chesney
Arthur Chesney
as Mr. Porteous
Wally Patch
as Buck
- Hope Davy
Hope Davy
as Ethel
Louis Hayward
as Duncan
Key crew
Directed by Jack Raymond, written by Warwick Deeping and Lydia Hayward.
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Sorrell and Son Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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Sorrell and Son – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Sorrell and Son?
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The main cast of Sorrell and Son (1934) includes H.B. Warner, Margot Grahame, Peter Penrose, Hugh Williams and Winifred Shotter. The film was directed by Jack Raymond. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Sorrell and Son released?
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Sorrell and Son was released on March 5, 1934 and runs for 1h 24m.
Is Sorrell and Son worth watching?
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Sorrell and Son (1934) holds an average rating of 5.0 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.