Wives of the Rich (1916)
John Grant, capitalist, is devoted to his wife, but is obliged to curtail her weekly allowance because of her fondness for cards. Robert Baker, a wealthy bachelor, is a great admirer of Mrs. Grant and calls frequently. Finding that her allowance is not enough for her losses at cards, Mrs. Grant, incited by society friends, deceives her husband in the hope of gaining more pocket money. Mrs. Grant loses a hundred dollars at cards, and she gives her I.O.U. to Mrs. Condon, the hostess.
Director: Thomas N. Heffron
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 26 min
Release Date: April 10, 1916
Cast
- Harry Mestayer - John Grant
- Grace Darmond - Mrs. John Grant
- Lafe McKee - Robert Baker
- Lillian Hayward - Mrs. Childs
- Emma Glenwood - Mrs. Condon
Screenplay
- Allen Curtis Mason (Scenario Writer)
Production: Selig Polyscope Company
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
card game
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Wives of the Rich about?
- John Grant, capitalist, is devoted to his wife, but is obliged to curtail her weekly allowance because of her fondness for cards. Robert Baker, a wealthy bachelor, is a great admirer of Mrs. Grant and calls frequently. Finding that her allowance is not enough for her losses at cards, Mrs. Grant, incited by society friends, deceives her husband in the hope of gaining more pocket money. Mrs. Grant loses a hundred dollars at cards, and she gives her I.O.U. to Mrs. Condon, the hostess.
- Who directed Wives of the Rich?
- Wives of the Rich was directed by Thomas N. Heffron.
- Who stars in Wives of the Rich?
- Wives of the Rich stars Harry Mestayer, Grace Darmond, Lafe McKee, Lillian Hayward, Emma Glenwood.
- How long is Wives of the Rich?
- Wives of the Rich has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).
- What genre is Wives of the Rich?
- Wives of the Rich is a Drama film.
- Where was Wives of the Rich produced?
- Wives of the Rich was produced in United States of America.