Tempted by Necessity (1912)
Jim is tasked with taking the daily deposit to the bank. On his way, he happens to overhear an intense argument between a man and his wife, drawing him into their backyard. Once there he is “Tempted by Necessity” to help them.
Director: Lem B. Parker
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 20 min
Release Date: October 23, 1912
Cast
- Winifred Greenwood - Mrs. Jim Rogers
- Lillian Leighton - Mrs. Tubbs
- Dick Richards - George W. Britt
- Edward Lawrence - Jimmy de Shrimp
- Carl Winterhoff - Jim Rogers
- Anna May Kroell - Little Ruth Rogers
- Mac Barnes - Dan Tracy
- Thomas Keezie - Tom Simmons
- Lem B. Parker - John H. Mason
- Chauncy D. Herbert - James H. Hall
Screenplay
- Chris Lane (Story)
Production: Selig Polyscope Company, General Film Company
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
lost film, short film
More Films by Director: Lem B. Parker
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tempted by Necessity about?
- Jim is tasked with taking the daily deposit to the bank. On his way, he happens to overhear an intense argument between a man and his wife, drawing him into their backyard. Once there he is “Tempted by Necessity” to help them.
- Who directed Tempted by Necessity?
- Tempted by Necessity was directed by Lem B. Parker.
- Who stars in Tempted by Necessity?
- Tempted by Necessity stars Winifred Greenwood, Lillian Leighton, Dick Richards, Edward Lawrence, Carl Winterhoff, Anna May Kroell.
- How long is Tempted by Necessity?
- Tempted by Necessity has a runtime of 20m (20 minutes).
- What genre is Tempted by Necessity?
- Tempted by Necessity is a Drama film.
- Where was Tempted by Necessity produced?
- Tempted by Necessity was produced in United States of America.