
The Ragged Heiress
Synopsis
Facing a prison term, James Moreton makes provision for the care of his motherless daughter, Lucia, by his brother and sister-in-law; she is cruelly treated by them and runs away with her nurse, Nora Burke. As a young woman, she takes the name Lucia Burke, and after Nora's death she gets a domestic position in the home of her uncle--each unaware of the other's identity.
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March 19, 1922
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harry Beaumont
- Screenplay & Story
- Jules Furthman
- Original Title
- The Ragged Heiress
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harry Beaumont
Jules Furthman
Lucien N. Andriot
Department Leadership Roster
Harry Beaumont
Director
Jules Furthman
Screenplay
Lucien N. Andriot
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ragged Heiress
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What is The Ragged Heiress about?
Facing a prison term, James Moreton makes provision for the care of his motherless daughter, Lucia, by his brother and sister-in-law; she is cruelly treated by them and runs away with her nurse, Nora Burke. As a young woman, she takes the name Lucia Burke, and after Nora's death she gets a domestic position in the home of her uncle--each unaware of the other's identity.
Who directed The Ragged Heiress?
The Ragged Heiress was directed by Harry Beaumont.
Who stars in The Ragged Heiress?
The principal cast of The Ragged Heiress includes Shirley Mason, John Harron, Edwin Stevens, Cecil Van Auker, Claire McDowell.
When was The Ragged Heiress released and how long is it?
The Ragged Heiress was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 50m.
