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Dorothy Bernard
The Wealthy Man's Daughter
Edward Dillon
The Wealthy Man's Secretary - the Daughter's Husband
J. Jiquel Lanoe
The Confidential Secretary - the Dublicitous Weasler
Ynez Seabury
The Granddaughter
Alfred Paget
The Landlord
Charles Hill Mailes
The Doctor
William J. Butler
The Wealthy Man
Harry Hyde
The Faithful Servant
John T. Dillon
The Estate Lawyer
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 18, 1912
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- Screenplay & Story
- George Hennessy
- Original Title
- The Root of Evil
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Biograph Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D.W. Griffith
George Hennessy
Billy Bitzer
Department Leadership Roster
D.W. Griffith
Director
George Hennessy
Writer
Billy Bitzer
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Root of Evil.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Root of Evil
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Root of Evil about?
A woman, driven by envy, is convinced that her husband loves another woman, leading her to a vengeful act that ultimately destroys her own happiness.
Who directed The Root of Evil?
The Root of Evil was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in The Root of Evil?
The principal cast of The Root of Evil includes Dorothy Bernard, Edward Dillon, J. Jiquel Lanoe, Ynez Seabury, Alfred Paget.
When was The Root of Evil released and how long is it?
The Root of Evil was released in 1912 with a total runtime of 18m.