A School for Husbands
“How would you manage a husband? Just let Fannie show you!”
Synopsis
Sensible Betty Manners is the wife of the frivolous John Manners. John fritters away his time playing the horses rather than paying attention to his job on Wall Street. He pays dearly for this when the market goes wrong, and he is wiped out. Coincidentally an old friend, Sir Harry, arrives bringing the news of a vast fortune left Betty and she is now Lady Betty. Betty keeps the news a secret from John, who has taken up with a Mrs. Airlie. But as John comes to believe Betty has become involved with Sir Harry, his jealousy is awoken, and he acts rashly until explanations all around straighten everything out.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 5, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Melford
- Screenplay & Story
- Hugh Stanislaus Stange, Harvey F. Thew
- Original Title
- A School for Husbands
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Jesse L. Lasky Feature Play Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Melford
Hugh Stanislaus Stange, Harvey F. Thew
Percy Hilburn
Department Leadership Roster
George Melford
Director
Harvey F. Thew
Writer
Percy Hilburn
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About A School for Husbands
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What is A School for Husbands about?
Sensible Betty Manners is the wife of the frivolous John Manners. John fritters away his time playing the horses rather than paying attention to his job on Wall Street. He pays dearly for this when the market goes wrong, and he is wiped out. Coincidentally an old friend, Sir Harry, arrives bringing the news of a vast fortune left Betty and she is now Lady Betty. Betty keeps the news a secret from John, who has taken up with a Mrs. Airlie. But as John comes to believe Betty has become involved with Sir Harry, his jealousy is awoken, and he acts rashly until explanations all around straighten everything out.
Who directed A School for Husbands?
A School for Husbands was directed by George Melford.
Who stars in A School for Husbands?
The principal cast of A School for Husbands includes Fannie Ward, Jack Dean, Edythe Chapman, Frank Elliott, Mabel Van Buren.
When was A School for Husbands released and how long is it?
A School for Husbands was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.