The Masquerader (1922)
John Loder looks exactly like his cousin, John Chilcote, who is a member of Parliament. Because of his dissolute ways, Chilcote collapses, and Loder is called in to take his place so that the family honor can remain unsullied. Loder's masquerade is so successful that no one suspects him of being an impostor, not even Chilcote's estranged wife, Eve. Loder distinguishes himself with his actions, both in public and private, while the real Chilcote sinks further into the gutter until he finally dies. Loder decides to remain as John Chilcote, and marries Eve, who, up until Loder reveals his true identity, has believed she was falling in love with her husband all over again.
Director: James Young
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 80 min
Release Date: July 1, 1922
Cast
- Guy Bates Post - John Chilcote M.P. / John Loder
- Ruth Cummings - Eve Chilcote
- Edward Kimball - Brock
- Herbert Standing - Herbert Fraide
- Lawson Butt - Mr. Lakely
- Marcia Manon - Lady Lillian Astrupp
- Barbara Tennant - Bobby Blessington
Screenplay
Original Language: en
Keywords
based on novel or book
More Films by Director: James Young
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Masquerader about?
- John Loder looks exactly like his cousin, John Chilcote, who is a member of Parliament. Because of his dissolute ways, Chilcote collapses, and Loder is called in to take his place so that the family honor can remain unsullied. Loder's masquerade is so successful that no one suspects him of being an impostor, not even Chilcote's estranged wife, Eve. Loder distinguishes himself with his actions, both in public and private, while the real Chilcote sinks further into the gutter until he finally dies. Loder decides to remain as John Chilcote, and marries Eve, who, up until Loder reveals his true identity, has believed she was falling in love with her husband all over again.
- Who directed The Masquerader?
- The Masquerader was directed by James Young.
- Who stars in The Masquerader?
- The Masquerader stars Guy Bates Post, Ruth Cummings, Edward Kimball, Herbert Standing, Lawson Butt, Marcia Manon.
- How long is The Masquerader?
- The Masquerader has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
- What genre is The Masquerader?
- The Masquerader is a Drama film.