How old was Mary Pickford in Wanted, a Child?

It's common to wonder how old a celebrity was when they starred in a particular film. It connects us more personally to their story and evolution. We’re about to uncover that piece of the puzzle.

While Wanted, a Child was being made, Mary Pickford was:

16 years old

That number reflects the celebrity’s real age when the movie was made.

This age was calculated based on the beginning of the release year of Wanted, a Child:

January 1, 1909

And the date of birth of Mary Pickford, that is:

April 08, 1892

Because movies often premiere within a year of starting production, Mary Pickford might have been either one year younger or older while filming some scenes.