Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby (1921)

Cast

• Elaine Hammerstein - Margaret Kirby
• William B. Donaldson - John Kirby
• Ellen Cassidy - Lucille Yardsley
• Helen Lindroth - Mrs. Dunning
• Warburton Gamble - Gordon Pell

Screenplay

• Lewis Allen Browne
• Kathleen Norris (Story)

Keywords

duplicity, snobbery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby about?

John Kirby is in desperate financial straits so when his wife Margaret refuses his request to help him obtain a loan from her guest, Gordon Pell, he attempts suicide and failing that becomes seriously ill. Margaret grudgingly takes in boarders mixing with people outside her social set. As her resentment grows Lucille, John's former flame, forges telegrams to drive a wedge further between them, but Gordon steps in the clear the air and the pair work through their difficulties.

Who directed Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby?

Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby was directed by William P.S. Earle.

Who stars in Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby?

Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby stars Elaine Hammerstein, William B. Donaldson, Ellen Cassidy, Helen Lindroth, Warburton Gamble.

How long is Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby?

Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).

What genre is Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby?

Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby is a Drama film.

Where was Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby produced?

Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby was produced in United States of America.