The Price of Possession (1921)
A Rose-Covered Romance That Nestles Close to Earth
After Jim Barston is mysteriously killed in Australia, his wife, Helen, lays claim to the estate of Gerald Mortimer Barston in England, asserting that her husband was the missing son and heir. In reality, Jim was the cousin of the true heir, who is also named Jim Barston. Despite having no legal proof, Helen convinces the trustees to accept her claim and is installed as mistress of the manor. Jim Barston appears and proves his identity, although Helen initially believes him to be an impostor.
Director: Hugh Ford
Genre: Drama, Romance
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: February 27, 1921
Cast
- Ethel Clayton - Helen Carston
- Rockliffe Fellowes - Jim Barston (a bushrider) / Jim Barston (heir to Barston Manor)
- Maude Turner Gordon - Lady Dawnay
- Reginald Denny - Robert Dawnay
- Clarence Heritage - Lord Dawnay
- George Backus - Samuel Poore
- Isabel West - Mrs. Poore
- Pearl Shepard - Eva Poore
- Dorothy Hall - Minister's daughter
Screenplay
- Eve Unsell (Scenario Writer)
- Winifred Boggs (Story)
Production: Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Hugh Ford
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Price of Possession about?
- After Jim Barston is mysteriously killed in Australia, his wife, Helen, lays claim to the estate of Gerald Mortimer Barston in England, asserting that her husband was the missing son and heir. In reality, Jim was the cousin of the true heir, who is also named Jim Barston. Despite having no legal proof, Helen convinces the trustees to accept her claim and is installed as mistress of the manor. Jim Barston appears and proves his identity, although Helen initially believes him to be an impostor.
- Who directed The Price of Possession?
- The Price of Possession was directed by Hugh Ford.
- Who stars in The Price of Possession?
- The Price of Possession stars Ethel Clayton, Rockliffe Fellowes, Maude Turner Gordon, Reginald Denny, Clarence Heritage, George Backus.
- How long is The Price of Possession?
- The Price of Possession has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is The Price of Possession?
- The Price of Possession is a Drama, Romance film.
- Where was The Price of Possession produced?
- The Price of Possession was produced in United States of America.