The Lion and the Mouse
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Synopsis
John Burkett Ryder, "the richest man in the world," determines to discredit a judicial decision which works against the interest of his millions by discrediting its author, Judge Rossmore, and causes impeachment charges to be laid against him in Congress. The judge's daughter Shirley Rossmore, learns of his trouble and returns home from Paris, where she has won success as a writer. She is loved by Jefferson Ryder, son of the magnate who is slowly killing her father.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 24, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tom Terriss
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Klein, Edward J. Montagne
- Original Title
- The Lion and the Mouse
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Vitagraph Company of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom Terriss
Charles Klein, Edward J. Montagne
Department Leadership Roster
Tom Terriss
Director
Charles Klein
Writer
Edward J. Montagne
Writer
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What is The Lion and the Mouse about?
John Burkett Ryder, "the richest man in the world," determines to discredit a judicial decision which works against the interest of his millions by discrediting its author, Judge Rossmore, and causes impeachment charges to be laid against him in Congress. The judge's daughter Shirley Rossmore, learns of his trouble and returns home from Paris, where she has won success as a writer. She is loved by Jefferson Ryder, son of the magnate who is slowly killing her father.
Who directed The Lion and the Mouse?
The Lion and the Mouse was directed by Tom Terriss.
Who stars in The Lion and the Mouse?
The principal cast of The Lion and the Mouse includes Alice Joyce, Conrad Nagel, Anders Randolf, Mary Carr, Henry Hallam.
When was The Lion and the Mouse released and how long is it?
The Lion and the Mouse was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.