Civilization

(1916)Directed by Reginald Barker, Raymond B. West, Thomas H. Ince86 minDrama
An epic of humanity

Count Ferdinand, a submarine commander and secret pacifist refuses to torpedo a defenseless passenger ship during wartime. His submarine is sunk in the following fracas. In the spirit world, Christ commends the captain, and returns to earth in the commander's body to promote His message of peace.

Kate Bruceas A Mother
J. Frank Burkeas Luther Rolf - The Peace Advocate
George Fisheras The Christ
Charles K. Frenchas The Prime Minister
Thomas H. Inceas Himself - in Prologue
Herschel Mayallas The King of Wredpryd
Lola Mayas Queen Engenie
Howard Hickmanas Count Ferdinand
Enid Markeyas Katheryn Haldemann
John Gilbertas Extra (uncredited)
Alice Terryas Extra (uncredited)