The Fighting Coward | 1924 | Drama

Title: The Fighting Coward | 1924 | Drama Director: James Cruze Studio: Paramount Pictures Starring: Ernest Torrence, Dorothy Devore, Cullen Landis, Victor McLaglen, Guy Oliver Based on: Novel by B. M. Bower Release Date: May 4 1924 Runtime: Approximately 70 minutes Format: Silent black and white Country: United States Language: Silent with English intertitles Genres: Drama --- Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction of the western ranch 00:15:00 The timid son and harsh father 00:30:00 Trouble and humiliation 00:45:00 Crisis and confrontation 01:05:00 Redemption and resolution --- Summary: The Fighting Coward is a 1924 silent western drama about a young man raised under the shadow of a domineering and abusive father who constantly belittles him as weak. Despite his gentle nature, the son is forced into a series of confrontations that push him to stand up for himself and prove his inner strength. As danger and conflict mount, the young man’s courage emerges, revealing that true bravery is not defined by cruelty or aggression but by moral resolve and self-respect. --- Background: Directed by James Cruze for Paramount Pictures, The Fighting Coward was adapted from a novel by B. M. Bower, a popular writer of western and frontier fiction. The film fits within the tradition of psychological westerns that focused on character and family conflict rather than simple action. --- Trivia: Ernest Torrence was known for playing powerful and intimidating characters in silent films. The story explores emotional abuse and its effect on identity and confidence. The film was released during a period when western dramas were among the most popular genres in American cinema. --- Public Domain / Rights: Original Release: May 4 1924 Original Studio / Distributor: Paramount Pictures Copyright Status: Public Domain Renewal: Unknown --- Hashtags: #TheFightingCoward #1924Film #SilentFilm #WesternDrama #ClassicCinema #PublicDomain