The Duchess of Doubt
Synopsis
Clover Ames's life consists only of the drudge work that she performs at her Aunt Sarah's boardinghouse. No longer able to withstand her aunt's abuse, Clover runs away and obtains a job as a maid to a wealthy woman. Willed $7,000 by Pierre Dubois, a boarder at her aunt's house, Clover, inspired by a novel that she has read, poses as a duchess at a fashionable winter resort. There she meets and falls in love with Walter Gray, who is also traveling incognito as a ribbon clerk. When Clover's money runs out, her trick is discovered and she vanishes. Obtaining employment in Gray's department store, Clover learns that her ribbon clerk is actually the owner's son, who rushes her to the wedding bureau.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 28, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George D. Baker
- Screenplay & Story
- George D. Baker, John B. Clymer, Charles Logue
- Original Title
- The Duchess of Doubt
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Rolfe Photoplays
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George D. Baker
George D. Baker, John B. Clymer, Charles Logue
B.A. Rolfe
Department Leadership Roster
George D. Baker
Director
George D. Baker
Writer
John B. Clymer
Writer
Charles Logue
Writer
B.A. Rolfe
Producer
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What is The Duchess of Doubt about?
Clover Ames's life consists only of the drudge work that she performs at her Aunt Sarah's boardinghouse. No longer able to withstand her aunt's abuse, Clover runs away and obtains a job as a maid to a wealthy woman. Willed $7,000 by Pierre Dubois, a boarder at her aunt's house, Clover, inspired by a novel that she has read, poses as a duchess at a fashionable winter resort. There she meets and falls in love with Walter Gray, who is also traveling incognito as a ribbon clerk. When Clover's money runs out, her trick is discovered and she vanishes. Obtaining employment in Gray's department store, Clover learns that her ribbon clerk is actually the owner's son, who rushes her to the wedding bureau.
Who directed The Duchess of Doubt?
The Duchess of Doubt was directed by George D. Baker.
Who stars in The Duchess of Doubt?
The principal cast of The Duchess of Doubt includes Emmy Wehlen, Ricca Allen, Frank Currier, George Christie, Peggy Parr.
When was The Duchess of Doubt released and how long is it?
The Duchess of Doubt was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.