The Atom
Synopsis
Jennie is a slavey in a theatrical boarding house. To her the actors are all wonderful, but Montague Booth is the chief. In an accident Booth is disfigured for life and is saved from suicide by Jennie. They join a medicine show in which Booth is lecturer, but Jennie cannot stand the road. Booth leaves the show and takes up a homestead claim. The manager of the show sends one of Booth's old loves to get him back, for his services are valuable, but Belle fails after very nearly wrecking everyone's happiness.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 15, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Borzage, William C. Dowlan
- Screenplay & Story
- Catherine Carr
- Original Title
- The Atom
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Triangle Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Borzage, William C. Dowlan
Catherine Carr
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Borzage
Director
Catherine Carr
Screenplay
William C. Dowlan
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Atom
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What is The Atom about?
Jennie is a slavey in a theatrical boarding house. To her the actors are all wonderful, but Montague Booth is the chief. In an accident Booth is disfigured for life and is saved from suicide by Jennie. They join a medicine show in which Booth is lecturer, but Jennie cannot stand the road. Booth leaves the show and takes up a homestead claim. The manager of the show sends one of Booth's old loves to get him back, for his services are valuable, but Belle fails after very nearly wrecking everyone's happiness.
Who directed The Atom?
The Atom was directed by Frank Borzage, William C. Dowlan.
Who stars in The Atom?
The principal cast of The Atom includes Pauline Starke, Belle Bennett, Harry Mestayer, Walter Perkins, Lincoln Stedman.
When was The Atom released and how long is it?
The Atom was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.