
The Dream Doll
Synopsis
A. Knutt, a crack-brained chemist, discovers an elixir that will endow dolls with life. He does not know that it will change living persons to dolls. He shows his invention to the Toy King and his lovely daughter, and Ruby is overcome by the fumes and is changed into a doll, eloping with a doll lover and undergoing many strange adventures.
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December 10, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Howard S. Moss
- Screenplay & Story
- Howard S. Moss
- Original Title
- The Dream Doll
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Howard S. Moss
Howard S. Moss
Department Leadership Roster
Howard S. Moss
Director
Howard S. Moss
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dream Doll
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What is The Dream Doll about?
A. Knutt, a crack-brained chemist, discovers an elixir that will endow dolls with life. He does not know that it will change living persons to dolls. He shows his invention to the Toy King and his lovely daughter, and Ruby is overcome by the fumes and is changed into a doll, eloping with a doll lover and undergoing many strange adventures.
Who directed The Dream Doll?
The Dream Doll was directed by Howard S. Moss.
Who stars in The Dream Doll?
The principal cast of The Dream Doll includes Marguerite Clayton, Rod La Rocque, John Cossar, Robert Bolder.
When was The Dream Doll released and how long is it?
The Dream Doll was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.


















