Pride and the Devil
Synopsis
Self-made millionaire, Mason Van Horton embodies the sin of pride after being instilled with it by the Devil. The Devil creates two mortals, a man and a woman, and sends them into the world. The man, Van Horton, is given pride, which the Devil believes will lead to his downfall. The woman, lacking specific attributes, is sent to follow Van Horton, with the Devil anticipating her influence on his downward spiral.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 22, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Ridgely
- Screenplay & Story
- Lawrence McCloskey
- Original Title
- Pride and the Devil
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Apollo Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Ridgely
Lawrence McCloskey
M.W. Hall
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Ridgely
Director
M.W. Hall
Director of Photography
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What is Pride and the Devil about?
Self-made millionaire, Mason Van Horton embodies the sin of pride after being instilled with it by the Devil. The Devil creates two mortals, a man and a woman, and sends them into the world. The man, Van Horton, is given pride, which the Devil believes will lead to his downfall. The woman, lacking specific attributes, is sent to follow Van Horton, with the Devil anticipating her influence on his downward spiral.
Who directed Pride and the Devil?
Pride and the Devil was directed by Richard Ridgely.
Who stars in Pride and the Devil?
The principal cast of Pride and the Devil includes Alma Hanlon, Leo Delaney, Bigelow Cooper, Pamela Vale, Charles Hutchison.
When was Pride and the Devil released and how long is it?
Pride and the Devil was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 55m.