Civilization (1916) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Civilization (1916) — Count Ferdinand, a submarine commander and secret pacifist refuses to torpedo a defenseless passenger ship
Civilization (1916) Storyline
Count Ferdinand, a submarine commander and secret pacifist refuses to torpedo a defenseless passenger ship during wartime. His submarine is sunk in the following fracas. In the spirit world, Christ commends the captain, and returns to earth in the commander's body to promote His message of peace.
Full Cast & Crew
- Kate Bruce as A Mother
- J. Frank Burke as Luther Rolf - The Peace Advocate
- Claire Du Brey
- George Fisher as The Christ
- Charles K. French as The Prime Minister
- Thomas H. Ince as Himself - in Prologue
- Herschel Mayall as The King of Wredpryd
- Lola May as Queen Engenie
- Howard Hickman as Count Ferdinand
- Enid Markey as Katheryn Haldemann
- John Gilbert as Extra (uncredited)
- Alice Terry as Extra (uncredited)
Why Watch Civilization?
The Vibe: Civilization is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1916. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.2/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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