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The Confession
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The Confession

1920-01-01 · 78 min · ★ 6.7

Drama

A priest hears a murderer's confession but can't reveal the truth, even though his brother is being tried for the crime.

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Directors
Bertram Bracken
Production companies
National Film Corporation of America
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Henry B. WalthallHenry B. WalthallFather Bartlett
Francis McDonaldFrancis McDonaldTom Bartlett
Margaret McWadeMargaret McWadeMrs. Bartlett
Margaret LandisMargaret LandisRose Creighton
Barney FureyBarney FureyJimmie Creighton
Henry StanleyHenry StanleyMichael Dugan
William CliffordWilliam CliffordJoseph Dumont
Johnnie RevellePaisy Morgan
Sally CohnMrs. Dumont
Irene AldwynFanchette
George SpelvinThe Marshal
Fred L. Wilson

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