The Coward
1h 9m·Drama, War, History
Directed by Reginald Barker·1915
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NA/10 avgNo member ratings yetSet during the American Civil War, Keenan stars as a Virginia colonel and Charles Ray as his weak-willed son. The son is forced, at gunpoint, by his father to enlist in the Confederate army. He is terrified by the war and deserts during a battle. The film focuses on the son's struggle to overcome his cowardice.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Frank KeenanCol. Jefferson Beverly Winslow | Col. Jefferson Beverly Winslow |
 Charles RayFrank Winslow | Frank Winslow |
 Gertrude ClaireMrs. Elizabeth Winslow | Mrs. Elizabeth Winslow |
 John GilbertA Young Virginian (uncredited) | A Young Virginian (uncredited) |
 Patricia PalmerAmy | Amy |
 Nick CogleyA Negro Servant | A Negro Servant |
 Charles K. FrenchA Confederate Commander | A Confederate Commander |
 Minnie DevereauxMammy | Mammy |
 Bob KortmanA Union Officer | A Union Officer |
 Leo WillisA Union Soldier | A Union Soldier |