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The Heart of a Lion

19171h 10mMovieDrama

Hiram Danforth (William Farnum) is on a quest to find his birth mother, a search complicated by his upbringing and the social context of the time. The movie explores the themes of his murky, repressed past, and the journey he undertakes to uncover it.

DirectorFrank Lloyd

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Cast · Directed by Frank Lloyd

WFWilliam Farnum
William Farnum
Barney Kemper
MMMary Martin
Mary Martin
Margaret Danforth
WJWilliam Courtleigh Jr.
William Courtleigh Jr.
Dick Kemper
WHWanda Hawley
Wanda Hawley
Iola Hamilton
WLWalter Law
Walter Law
Tex
MRMarc Robbins
Marc Robbins
Hiram Danforth M.D.
RB
Rita Bori
Dolly

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The Heart of a Lion — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Heart of a Lion?

The Heart of a Lion isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Heart of a Lion on Netflix?

No, The Heart of a Lion is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Heart of a Lion on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Heart of a Lion isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Heart of a Lion for free?

The Heart of a Lion isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Heart of a Lion?

The Heart of a Lion hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 2, 1918. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.