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Pollyanna

Synopsis

When Pollyanna is orphaned, she's sent to live with her crotchety Aunt Polly. Pollyanna discovers that many of the people in her aunt's New England hometown are as ill-tempered as her aunt. But Pollyanna's incurable optimism - exemplified by her "glad game", in which she looks for the bright side of every situation - brings a change to the staid old community.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 18, 1920

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Paul Powell
Screenplay & Story
Frances Marion
Original Title
Pollyanna
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
58m
Production Studios
Mary Pickford Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Paul Powell

Screenplay & Story

Frances Marion, Eleanor H. Porter

Director of Photography

Charles Rosher

Producers

Paul Powell, Mary Pickford

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Eleanor H. Porter

Department Leadership Roster

Paul Powell

Paul Powell

Director

Paul Powell

Paul Powell

Producer

Mary Pickford

Mary Pickford

Producer

Charles Rosher

Charles Rosher

Director of Photography

Frances Marion

Screenplay

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Pollyanna.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollyanna

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What is Pollyanna about?

When Pollyanna is orphaned, she's sent to live with her crotchety Aunt Polly. Pollyanna discovers that many of the people in her aunt's New England hometown are as ill-tempered as her aunt. But Pollyanna's incurable optimism - exemplified by her "glad game", in which she looks for the bright side of every situation - brings a change to the staid old community.

Who directed Pollyanna?

Pollyanna was directed by Paul Powell.

Who stars in Pollyanna?

The principal cast of Pollyanna includes Mary Pickford, Katherine Griffith, Howard Ralston, Helen Jerome Eddy, George Berrell.

When was Pollyanna released and how long is it?

Pollyanna was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 58m.

Is Pollyanna based on a book or true story?

Pollyanna is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Eleanor H. Porter".