Wings of the Morning
Synopsis
In Singapore, Captain Robert Anstruthers protects his friend, Colonel Costabel, from a scandal involving the Colonel’s wife and Lord Ventnor. When Robert intervenes, Ventnor frames him for harassing the wife. To shield her innocence, Robert stays silent, is dishonorably discharged, and becomes a sailor under an assumed name.After a shipwreck, Robert saves Iris Deane, the ship owner's daughter. While surviving on a deserted island, they fall in love. When a rescue party arrives—led by Ventnor, Iris's suitor—Ventnor tries to discredit him. However, the Colonel's wife confesses the truth back in Singapore. Cleared of all charges, Robert is restored to his military rank and reunited with Iris.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 24, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Gordon Edwards
- Screenplay & Story
- Louis Tracy, Charles Kenyon
- Original Score
- W.C. Polla
- Original Title
- Wings of the Morning
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Gordon Edwards
Louis Tracy, Charles Kenyon
W.C. Polla
John W. Boyle
Department Leadership Roster
J. Gordon Edwards
Director
John W. Boyle
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wings of the Morning
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What is Wings of the Morning about?
In Singapore, Captain Robert Anstruthers protects his friend, Colonel Costabel, from a scandal involving the Colonel’s wife and Lord Ventnor. When Robert intervenes, Ventnor frames him for harassing the wife. To shield her innocence, Robert stays silent, is dishonorably discharged, and becomes a sailor under an assumed name.After a shipwreck, Robert saves Iris Deane, the ship owner's daughter. While surviving on a deserted island, they fall in love. When a rescue party arrives—led by Ventnor, Iris's suitor—Ventnor tries to discredit him. However, the Colonel's wife confesses the truth back in Singapore. Cleared of all charges, Robert is restored to his military rank and reunited with Iris.
Who directed Wings of the Morning?
Wings of the Morning was directed by J. Gordon Edwards.
Who stars in Wings of the Morning?
The principal cast of Wings of the Morning includes William Farnum, Louise Lovely, Herschel Mayall, Frank Elliott, G. Raymond Nye.
When was Wings of the Morning released and how long is it?
Wings of the Morning was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Wings of the Morning?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Wings of the Morning was composed by W.C. Polla.
Is Wings of the Morning based on a book or true story?
Wings of the Morning is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Louis Tracy".