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5.8 / 10(15 votes)IMDb19141h 0mUnited States of America

The Wishing Ring: An Idyll of Old England

“A five-part Shubert Feature Picture. Marvelous, Mystifying, Astounding and Intensely interesting. Something out of the ordinary.”

Synopsis

Giles Bateson gets expelled from college for misconduct. His angry father, the Earl, sends him a message: "Never let me see you again until you have earned a half crown and proven yourself worthy of confidence."

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

November 9, 1914

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Maurice Tourneur
Screenplay & Story
Owen Davis, Maurice Tourneur
Original Title
The Wishing Ring: An Idyll of Old England
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
1h 0m
Production Studios
Shubert Film Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Maurice Tourneur

Screenplay & Story

Owen Davis, Maurice Tourneur

Producers

William A. Brady

Department Leadership Roster

Maurice Tourneur

Maurice Tourneur

Director

Maurice Tourneur

Maurice Tourneur

Writer

William A. Brady

Producer

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Wishing Ring: An Idyll of Old England

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Wishing Ring: An Idyll of Old England about?

Giles Bateson gets expelled from college for misconduct. His angry father, the Earl, sends him a message: "Never let me see you again until you have earned a half crown and proven yourself worthy of confidence."

Who directed The Wishing Ring: An Idyll of Old England?

The Wishing Ring: An Idyll of Old England was directed by Maurice Tourneur.

Who stars in The Wishing Ring: An Idyll of Old England?

The principal cast of The Wishing Ring: An Idyll of Old England includes Vivian Martin, Alec B. Francis, Chester Barnett, Johnny Hines, Gyp Williams.

When was The Wishing Ring: An Idyll of Old England released and how long is it?

The Wishing Ring: An Idyll of Old England was released in 1914 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.