Polly Redhead (1917)
Aside from the fact that Polly had red hair in abundance, she was not otherwise an exceptional child, save for one thing. She was willing to work and slave, if need be, to keep her baby brother, affectionately termed "The Lump," from being sent to the poor house. So she did housework and prepared breakfasts for John Ruffin, an attorney, and Hon. Gedge-Tompkins. John Ruffin's sister, Lady Osterly, has separated from her husband, and he holds their child. When Lady Osterly calls on Ruffin she is struck with the remarkable resemblance Polly bears to her own child. Ruffin and Lady Osterly formulate a plan to come into possession of her daughter, by using Polly as a substitute.
Director: Jack Conway
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 46 min
Release Date: February 9, 1917
Cast
- Ella Hall - Polly Redhead
- Gertrude Astor - Lady Caroline
- Charles Hill Mailes - Duke of Osterley
- Gretchen Lederer - Lady Osterley
- Helen Wright - Mrs. Brown
- Louise Emmons - Mrs. Meekin
- George Webb - John Ruffin
Screenplay
- Elliott J. Clawson (Scenario Writer)
- Elliott J. Clawson
- Edgar Jepson (Novel)
Cinematography: Edward A. Kull
Production: Bluebird Photoplays
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Jack Conway
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Polly Redhead about?
- Aside from the fact that Polly had red hair in abundance, she was not otherwise an exceptional child, save for one thing. She was willing to work and slave, if need be, to keep her baby brother, affectionately termed "The Lump," from being sent to the poor house. So she did housework and prepared breakfasts for John Ruffin, an attorney, and Hon. Gedge-Tompkins. John Ruffin's sister, Lady Osterly, has separated from her husband, and he holds their child. When Lady Osterly calls on Ruffin she is struck with the remarkable resemblance Polly bears to her own child. Ruffin and Lady Osterly formulate a plan to come into possession of her daughter, by using Polly as a substitute.
- Who directed Polly Redhead?
- Polly Redhead was directed by Jack Conway.
- Who stars in Polly Redhead?
- Polly Redhead stars Ella Hall, Gertrude Astor, Charles Hill Mailes, Gretchen Lederer, Helen Wright, Louise Emmons.
- How long is Polly Redhead?
- Polly Redhead has a runtime of 46m (46 minutes).
- What genre is Polly Redhead?
- Polly Redhead is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was Polly Redhead produced?
- Polly Redhead was produced in United States of America.