The Magic Cup
Synopsis
Mary Malloy works as a scullery maid in a hotel. She meets reporter Bob Norton, who soon falls in love with her. When Mary learns that one of her friends is to be evicted, she pawns an old silver goblet with her family crest in order to get money to forestall the eviction. The pawnbrokers, realizing how valuable the goblet is, hatch a scheme to use Mary as a patsy while they substitute fake pearls for the real thing. Bob, however, becomes suspicious.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 4, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John S. Robertson
- Screenplay & Story
- E. Lloyd Sheldon
- Original Title
- The Magic Cup
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Realart Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John S. Robertson
E. Lloyd Sheldon
Roy F. Overbaugh
Department Leadership Roster
John S. Robertson
Director
Roy F. Overbaugh
Director of Photography
E. Lloyd Sheldon
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Magic Cup
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What is The Magic Cup about?
Mary Malloy works as a scullery maid in a hotel. She meets reporter Bob Norton, who soon falls in love with her. When Mary learns that one of her friends is to be evicted, she pawns an old silver goblet with her family crest in order to get money to forestall the eviction. The pawnbrokers, realizing how valuable the goblet is, hatch a scheme to use Mary as a patsy while they substitute fake pearls for the real thing. Bob, however, becomes suspicious.
Who directed The Magic Cup?
The Magic Cup was directed by John S. Robertson.
Who stars in The Magic Cup?
The principal cast of The Magic Cup includes Constance Binney, Vincent Coleman, Blanche Craig, William H. Strauss, Charles Mussett.
When was The Magic Cup released and how long is it?
The Magic Cup was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 50m.