The American Beauty
“"Miss Steadman, the most beautiful woman in the world—will charm you"”
Synopsis
The infant daughter of a wealthy couple is thought to be lost at sea, but she survives and is raised by a poor family.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 29, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Desmond Taylor
- Screenplay & Story
- Julia Crawford Ivers
- Original Title
- The American Beauty
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Pallas Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Desmond Taylor
Julia Crawford Ivers
James Van Trees
Department Leadership Roster
William Desmond Taylor
Director
Julia Crawford Ivers
Writer
James Van Trees
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The American Beauty
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The American Beauty about?
The infant daughter of a wealthy couple is thought to be lost at sea, but she survives and is raised by a poor family.
Who directed The American Beauty?
The American Beauty was directed by William Desmond Taylor.
Who stars in The American Beauty?
The principal cast of The American Beauty includes Myrtle Stedman, Elliott Dexter, Jack Livingston, Howard Davies, Adelaide Woods.
When was The American Beauty released and how long is it?
The American Beauty was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.