Passers-By

A young Englishman falls in love with the children's governess in his step-sister's home. His step-sister, however, cannot abide the class differential in the romance and sabotages it. The young man, in a state of boredom and depression, begins to invite into the house anyone who happens to pass by in the street.

Directed by J. Stuart Blackton, Passers-By leans on a strong ensemble — Herbert Rawlinson, Leila Valentine, Ellen Cassidy — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1920.