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IMDb191750mUnited States of America

The Princess of Patches

“"See the girl with the million dollar smile"”

Topics:#lost film

Synopsis

Patches, a beautiful girl, lives with her foster-mother Liza Biggs, who dresses her in rags. She is surprised to see Judas, the overseer, give Liza a locket. Jack Merry arrives to purchase cotton from Colonel Silverthorne, a Southern gentleman of the old school, who looks after his dead brother's estate for his niece and nephew, Juliet and Lee.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 22, 1917

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Alfred E. Green
Screenplay & Story
Gilson Willets, Mark Swan
Original Title
The Princess of Patches
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
50m
Production Studios
Selig Polyscope Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Alfred E. Green

Screenplay & Story

Gilson Willets, Mark Swan

Department Leadership Roster

Alfred E. Green

Alfred E. Green

Director

Gilson Willets

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Princess of Patches.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Princess of Patches

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

What is The Princess of Patches about?

Patches, a beautiful girl, lives with her foster-mother Liza Biggs, who dresses her in rags. She is surprised to see Judas, the overseer, give Liza a locket. Jack Merry arrives to purchase cotton from Colonel Silverthorne, a Southern gentleman of the old school, who looks after his dead brother's estate for his niece and nephew, Juliet and Lee.

Who directed The Princess of Patches?

The Princess of Patches was directed by Alfred E. Green.

Who stars in The Princess of Patches?

The principal cast of The Princess of Patches includes Vivian Reed, Frank Weed, Charles Le Moyne, Violet De Biccari, Burke Wilbur.

When was The Princess of Patches released and how long is it?

The Princess of Patches was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.