The Man Worthwhile
Synopsis
Chorus girl Peggy Malone marries press agent Jimmy Parsons but faces hardship when her shiftless family moves in, causing Jimmy to fall ill and go West for health. Peggy follows, becomes a film star, and ultimately chooses the now-successful Jimmy over a wealthy suitor, securing their future together.
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Romaine Fielding
Don Ward
Margaret Seddon
Mrs. Ward
Herbert Standing
Mr. Forbes-Grey
Barney Gilmore
The Judge
Tex Cooper
The Parson
Tammany Young
Useless
Billy Quirk
Napoleon
Joan Arliss
Mary Alden
Lawrence Johnson
The Child
Eugene Acker
Herbert Loring
Frederick Eckhart
André
Peggy Parr
Cecile
Vanda Tierendelli
Miss Flo
Natalie O'Brien
The Dancer
Kid Broad
A Lifer
Emile La Croix
The Doctor
Frank DeVernon
Eddie Loring
Burt Hodkins
Percy
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 9, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Romaine Fielding
- Original Title
- The Man Worthwhile
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- Romaine Fielding Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Romaine Fielding
Department Leadership Roster
Romaine Fielding
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Man Worthwhile
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What is The Man Worthwhile about?
Chorus girl Peggy Malone marries press agent Jimmy Parsons but faces hardship when her shiftless family moves in, causing Jimmy to fall ill and go West for health. Peggy follows, becomes a film star, and ultimately chooses the now-successful Jimmy over a wealthy suitor, securing their future together.
Who directed The Man Worthwhile?
The Man Worthwhile was directed by Romaine Fielding.
Who stars in The Man Worthwhile?
The principal cast of The Man Worthwhile includes Romaine Fielding, Margaret Seddon, Herbert Standing, Barney Gilmore, Tex Cooper.
When was The Man Worthwhile released and how long is it?
The Man Worthwhile was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 52m.