Max Wants a Divorce
Synopsis
Max is forced to choose between losing his newly wedded wife and a fortune. He hits upon a brilliant scheme: He will give his wife grounds for a divorce, secure the money and then make his ex-wife Mrs. Linder again. He goes through any amount of trouble in helping her to get the necessary evidence, only to find that it is all a mistake on the part of a stupid lawyer - the money and the wife are both to be his.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 26, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Max Linder
- Screenplay & Story
- Max Linder
- Original Title
- Max Wants a Divorce
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Max Linder
Max Linder
Department Leadership Roster
Max Linder
Director
Max Linder
Writer
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What is Max Wants a Divorce about?
Max is forced to choose between losing his newly wedded wife and a fortune. He hits upon a brilliant scheme: He will give his wife grounds for a divorce, secure the money and then make his ex-wife Mrs. Linder again. He goes through any amount of trouble in helping her to get the necessary evidence, only to find that it is all a mistake on the part of a stupid lawyer - the money and the wife are both to be his.
Who directed Max Wants a Divorce?
Max Wants a Divorce was directed by Max Linder.
Who stars in Max Wants a Divorce?
The principal cast of Max Wants a Divorce includes Max Linder, Martha Mansfield.
When was Max Wants a Divorce released and how long is it?
Max Wants a Divorce was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 26m.