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7.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb191850mUnited States of America

A Bit of Jade

Synopsis

During lunch, Cuthbert King asks his sister Phyllis for a loan to pay off his gambling debts. Upon leaving the restaurant, he accidentally takes the overcoat of antique jewelry dealer Grayson Blair. When Phyllis is unable to pay her bill, Grayson, attracted to her, picks up the check, but after he arrives home and discovers that a valuable Hindu necklace he had stored in his coat pocket is missing, he suspects Phyllis as the crook. Dressing up in her brother's clothes, Phyllis finds the necklace, suspects her brother, and seeks out Grayson, whom she has discovered to be the jewel's owner. After a series of mix-ups during which Rhi, who has been trailing the necklace to return it to the Hindu idol from which it was stolen, tries unsuccessfully to kill Grayson, the overcoat is recognized, everything is cleared up, and Grayson and Phyllis become engaged.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

April 1, 1918

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Edward Sloman
Screenplay & Story
Karl R. Coolidge, Mildred Carl Graham
Original Title
A Bit of Jade
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
50m
Production Studios
American Film Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Edward Sloman

Screenplay & Story

Karl R. Coolidge, Mildred Carl Graham

Department Leadership Roster

Edward Sloman

Edward Sloman

Director

Karl R. Coolidge

Writer

Mildred Carl Graham

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Bit of Jade

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is A Bit of Jade about?

During lunch, Cuthbert King asks his sister Phyllis for a loan to pay off his gambling debts. Upon leaving the restaurant, he accidentally takes the overcoat of antique jewelry dealer Grayson Blair. When Phyllis is unable to pay her bill, Grayson, attracted to her, picks up the check, but after he arrives home and discovers that a valuable Hindu necklace he had stored in his coat pocket is missing, he suspects Phyllis as the crook. Dressing up in her brother's clothes, Phyllis finds the necklace, suspects her brother, and seeks out Grayson, whom she has discovered to be the jewel's owner. After a series of mix-ups during which Rhi, who has been trailing the necklace to return it to the Hindu idol from which it was stolen, tries unsuccessfully to kill Grayson, the overcoat is recognized, everything is cleared up, and Grayson and Phyllis become engaged.

Who directed A Bit of Jade?

A Bit of Jade was directed by Edward Sloman.

Who stars in A Bit of Jade?

The principal cast of A Bit of Jade includes Mary Miles Minter, Allan Forrest, David Howard, Vera Lewis, Al Ferguson.

When was A Bit of Jade released and how long is it?

A Bit of Jade was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.