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The Mothering Heart

5.6191323mNRMovieDrama

A young couple struggle to get ahead, the wife always assuaging the troubles of her melancholy husband. As he climbs the ladder of success, he abandons the homely values and begins an affair with a beautiful woman. His wife leaves him,…

DirectorD.W. Griffith
WriterHazel Hubbard
ProducerD.W. Griffith

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 50 other countries

The Mothering Heart isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Algeria, Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Bahrain and 46 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by D.W. Griffith

LGLillian Gish
Lillian Gish
The Wife
WMWalter Miller
Walter Miller
The Husband
VB
Viola Barry
The Other Woman
KBKate Bruce
Kate Bruce
The Wife's Mother
ALAdolph Lestina
Adolph Lestina
The Doctor
JLJennie Lee
Jennie Lee
The Wash Customer
CMCharles Murray
Charles Murray
Male Apache Dancer
GBGertrude Bambrick
Gertrude Bambrick
Female Apache Dancer
WEWilliam Elmer
William Elmer
The Doorman

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The Mothering Heart — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Mothering Heart?

The Mothering Heart isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in United Arab Emirates, Antigua & Barbuda and Barbados and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Mothering Heart on Netflix?

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

Is The Mothering Heart on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Mothering Heart for free?

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