Molly of the Follies
Synopsis
Molly Malone dances at a Coney Island sideshow to attract crowds. She loves Joe Holmquist, "The Human Submarine," as does Molly's mother Kate, the "Mystic Hindu Seeress." One day while Molly is dancing, her slipper hits the eye of an admirer who identifies himself as Chauncy Ewing. After arousing Joe's jealousy, Molly turns down Chauncy's proposal, because she still loves Joe, but when she sees Joe in a forced embrace with Kate, Molly elopes with Chauncy to his wealthy Aunt Henrietta's vacant Brooklyn home, planning to marry the next day.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 16, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Sloman
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter MacFarlane
- Original Title
- Molly of the Follies
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- American Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Sloman
Peter MacFarlane
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Edward Sloman
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Molly of the Follies
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What is Molly of the Follies about?
Molly Malone dances at a Coney Island sideshow to attract crowds. She loves Joe Holmquist, "The Human Submarine," as does Molly's mother Kate, the "Mystic Hindu Seeress." One day while Molly is dancing, her slipper hits the eye of an admirer who identifies himself as Chauncy Ewing. After arousing Joe's jealousy, Molly turns down Chauncy's proposal, because she still loves Joe, but when she sees Joe in a forced embrace with Kate, Molly elopes with Chauncy to his wealthy Aunt Henrietta's vacant Brooklyn home, planning to marry the next day.
Who directed Molly of the Follies?
Molly of the Follies was directed by Edward Sloman.
Who stars in Molly of the Follies?
The principal cast of Molly of the Follies includes Margarita Fischer, Jack Mower, Lule Warrenton, Millard Webb, J. Farrell MacDonald.
When was Molly of the Follies released and how long is it?
Molly of the Follies was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 50m.