Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm

Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm

"Little Mary" as Rebecca has a new appeal-you will love her twofold in this character.

NR 1917 · 78 min · ★ 5.8 · Drama, Comedy

Behind in the mortgage on Sunnybrook Farm and barely managing to feed seven hungry mouths, mother sends young Rebecca off to Riverboro to be raised by her wealthy Aunt Miranda. The little girl is treated like a prisoner by her strict Aunt, yet she gamely does her best to get an education. When spoiled girls at school mock the spirited Rebecca as "missy poor-house," she soon makes them come to eat their words. Despite many difficulties, Rebecca manages to help the less fortunate and spread joy in Riverboro, dreaming that her reward will come when she is "all growed up." This version is notable for having been adapted by famed female screenwriter Frances Marion.

Directed by Marshall Neilan · Written by Frances Marion

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Mary Pickford Rebecca Randall
Eugene O'Brien Adam Ladd
Helen Jerome Eddy Hannah Randall
Marjorie Daw Emma Jane Perkins
Charles Ogle Mr. Cobb
Mayme Kelso Jane Sawyer
Josephine Crowell Miranda Sawyer
Jack McDonald Reverend Jonathan Smellie
Violet Wilkey Minnie Smellie
Milton Berle Bit Part (Uncredited)
Zasu Pitts Undetermined Role (uncredited)

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