Gilded Lies
“Now- he was going to horsewhip the man whose gilded lies had robbed him of his treasure.”
Synopsis
When Keene McComb, a young explorer on an expedition to the North Pole, is given up for lost, his fiancée, Hester Thorpe, is coerced by an ambitious aunt into marrying Martin Ward, a man of reputed wealth. McComb survives, however, and returns to New York a few hours after the marriage. Later, Hester seeks his protection when Ward strikes her because of her refusal to ask McComb for money, and when it appears that Ward has committed suicide she and McComb are married. Ward is still alive, however, but he meets his death on a rocky precipice.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 4, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William P.S. Earle
- Screenplay & Story
- John Lynch, R. Cecil Smith, Ella Stuart Carson
- Original Title
- Gilded Lies
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Selznick Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William P.S. Earle
John Lynch, R. Cecil Smith, Ella Stuart Carson
Department Leadership Roster
William P.S. Earle
Director
John Lynch
Writer
R. Cecil Smith
Writer
Ella Stuart Carson
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gilded Lies
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Gilded Lies about?
When Keene McComb, a young explorer on an expedition to the North Pole, is given up for lost, his fiancée, Hester Thorpe, is coerced by an ambitious aunt into marrying Martin Ward, a man of reputed wealth. McComb survives, however, and returns to New York a few hours after the marriage. Later, Hester seeks his protection when Ward strikes her because of her refusal to ask McComb for money, and when it appears that Ward has committed suicide she and McComb are married. Ward is still alive, however, but he meets his death on a rocky precipice.
Who directed Gilded Lies?
Gilded Lies was directed by William P.S. Earle.
Who stars in Gilded Lies?
The principal cast of Gilded Lies includes Eugene O'Brien, Martha Mansfield, Frank Whitson, George Stewart, Arthur Donaldson.
When was Gilded Lies released and how long is it?
Gilded Lies was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 50m.