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The Courage of the Commonplace (1913): Cast

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The Courage of the Commonplace is a 1913 short drama directed by Rollin S. Sturgeon, starring Edwin August as The Sister's Sweetheart, Charles Bennett and Loyola O'Connor. It runs 13 minutes.

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The Courage of the Commonplace (1913) movie poster
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13 min
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Drama
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The story

What Is The Courage of the Commonplace About?

The premise of The Courage of the Commonplace without spoilers.

A farmer’s daughter tirelessly cares for her parents and younger siblings, shouldering endless chores and responsibilities while quietly saving every spare penny. Though bound to the farm, she nurtures a steadfast dream of attending college, hoping her hard‑won savings will finally fund her education and open a future beyond the fields. Her resolve remains unshaken even as each season brings new hardships.

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Cast & crew

The Courage of the Commonplace Cast & Characters

Edwin August leads the cast as The Sister's Sweetheart, with Charles Bennett as Mary's Father and Loyola O'Connor as Mary's Mother. Directed by Rollin S. Sturgeon; 5 actors are credited in all.

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One more film directed by Rollin S. Sturgeon: The Better Man.

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The Courage of the Commonplace FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Courage of the Commonplace, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Courage of the Commonplace?

The Courage of the Commonplace runs 13 minutes.

When was The Courage of the Commonplace released?

The Courage of the Commonplace was released on August 1, 1913.

Who directed The Courage of the Commonplace?

The Courage of the Commonplace was directed by Rollin S. Sturgeon.

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Who is in the cast of The Courage of the Commonplace?

The Courage of the Commonplace stars Edwin August as The Sister's Sweetheart, Charles Bennett as Mary's Father and Loyola O'Connor as Mary's Mother, among 5 credited actors.

Does The Courage of the Commonplace have a post-credit scene?

No. The Courage of the Commonplace has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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