A Motion to Adjourn
Synopsis
Silas Warner, Jr., is the playboy son of a wealthy New York financier. When Silas’s brother, Archie, commits a near-theft, Silas nobly takes the blame. Disinherited by his father, Silas travels West to start a new life in a mining town. Once there, he is inducted into a local fraternity of fortune seekers known as the "Ornery and Worthless Men of the World". A series of events leads to a compromising situation that forces Silas to marry Sally. The film blends Western themes with comedic and dramatic elements as Silas navigates his new life and marriage.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 2, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roy Clements
- Screenplay & Story
- Roy Clements, Peter B. Kyne
- Original Title
- A Motion to Adjourn
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Ben Wilson Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roy Clements
Roy Clements, Peter B. Kyne
Ben F. Wilson
Department Leadership Roster
Roy Clements
Director
Ben F. Wilson
Producer
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What is A Motion to Adjourn about?
Silas Warner, Jr., is the playboy son of a wealthy New York financier. When Silas’s brother, Archie, commits a near-theft, Silas nobly takes the blame. Disinherited by his father, Silas travels West to start a new life in a mining town. Once there, he is inducted into a local fraternity of fortune seekers known as the "Ornery and Worthless Men of the World". A series of events leads to a compromising situation that forces Silas to marry Sally. The film blends Western themes with comedic and dramatic elements as Silas navigates his new life and marriage.
Who directed A Motion to Adjourn?
A Motion to Adjourn was directed by Roy Clements.
Who stars in A Motion to Adjourn?
The principal cast of A Motion to Adjourn includes Roy Stewart, Evelyn Nelson, Marjorie Daw, Sidney D'Albrook, Norval MacGregor.
When was A Motion to Adjourn released and how long is it?
A Motion to Adjourn was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.