A Corner in Wheat(1909)
A Corner in Wheat Synopsis
On a whim, a greedy tycoon decides to corner the world market in wheat. This doubles the price of bread, forcing grain producers into charity lines and others further into poverty. The film contrasts the differences between the lives of those who work to grow the wheat and the life of the man who dabbles in its sale for profit.
A Corner in Wheat (1909) is a drama film directed by D.W. Griffith, released on December 13, 1909 with a runtime of 14m. It stars Frank Powell, Grace Henderson, James Kirkwood and Linda Arvidson. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 115 ratings.
- Director:
- D.W. Griffith
- Writers:
- Frank Norris, D.W. Griffith, Frank E. Woods
- Producers:
- D.W. Griffith
- Cinematographer:
- Billy Bitzer
- Production:
- Biograph Company
- Status:
- Released
A Corner in Wheat Cast & Crew
Main cast
Frank Powell
as The Wheat King
Grace Henderson
as The Wheat King's Wife
James Kirkwood
as Farmer
Linda Arvidson
as Farmer's Wife
W. Chrystie Miller
as Farmer's Father
Gladys Egan
as Farmer's Little Daughter
Henry B. Walthall
as Wheat King's Assistant
Kate Bruce
- William J. Butler
William J. Butler
- Charles Craig
Charles Craig
- Frank Evans
Frank Evans
- Edith Haldeman
Edith Haldeman
Key crew
Directed by D.W. Griffith, written by Frank Norris, D.W. Griffith and Frank E. Woods, produced by D.W. Griffith.
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A Corner in Wheat Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.2/10 from 115 ratings.
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A Corner in Wheat – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in A Corner in Wheat?
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The main cast of A Corner in Wheat (1909) includes Frank Powell, Grace Henderson, James Kirkwood, Linda Arvidson and W. Chrystie Miller. The film was directed by D.W. Griffith. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was A Corner in Wheat released?
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A Corner in Wheat was released on December 13, 1909 and runs for 14m.
Is A Corner in Wheat worth watching?
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A Corner in Wheat (1909) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 115 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.