What Women Will Do
Synopsis
Lily Gibbs is involved with two crooks—her lover, Jim Corling, and Dr. Joe Parmenter. The criminals hatch a scheme to pass Lily off as the daughter-in-law of the wealthy Mrs. Wade, whose son has died. During a staged seance, Mrs. Wade is manipulated into believing that Lily was her son's secret wife. Mrs. Wade takes Lily into her home, showering her with wealth and affection. While living this lie, Lily falls in love with Arthur Brent, a man who treats her with genuine kindness. This new experience makes her want to leave her criminal past behind. Lily's resolve to break away is cemented when she discovers that Dr. Joe was responsible for the death of Mrs. Wade's son. After both of her former criminal associates meet their deaths, Lily confesses her deception to Mrs. Wade. She is forgiven and finds happiness, marrying Brent.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward José
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles E. Whittaker
- Original Title
- What Women Will Do
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Associated Exhibitors
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward José
Charles E. Whittaker, Charles Logue
J. Roy Hunt
Department Leadership Roster
Edward José
Director
Charles E. Whittaker
Screenplay
J. Roy Hunt
Director of Photography
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What is What Women Will Do about?
Lily Gibbs is involved with two crooks—her lover, Jim Corling, and Dr. Joe Parmenter. The criminals hatch a scheme to pass Lily off as the daughter-in-law of the wealthy Mrs. Wade, whose son has died. During a staged seance, Mrs. Wade is manipulated into believing that Lily was her son's secret wife. Mrs. Wade takes Lily into her home, showering her with wealth and affection. While living this lie, Lily falls in love with Arthur Brent, a man who treats her with genuine kindness. This new experience makes her want to leave her criminal past behind. Lily's resolve to break away is cemented when she discovers that Dr. Joe was responsible for the death of Mrs. Wade's son. After both of her former criminal associates meet their deaths, Lily confesses her deception to Mrs. Wade. She is forgiven and finds happiness, marrying Brent.
Who directed What Women Will Do?
What Women Will Do was directed by Edward José.
Who stars in What Women Will Do?
The principal cast of What Women Will Do includes Anna Q. Nilsson, Earl Metcalfe, Allan Forrest, George Majeroni, Jane Jennings.
When was What Women Will Do released and how long is it?
What Women Will Do was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.