If Women Only Knew
Synopsis
Remotely derived from Balzac, the plot centers on Maurice Travers, who, through the self-sacrificing efforts of his mother, is able to attend college, though his love for sports and consequent neglect of his studies prevent his graduation. Madeline Marshall, an orphan living with Maurice's mother, loves him, but Maurice marries Donna Wayne, daughter of a wealthy New Yorker; and in the city they lead a carefree life. Her father insists that he support her, but he cannot. Following the blindness and death of his mother, Donna elopes with a rich suitor, and after a divorce Maurice finds happiness with the faithful Madeline.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 24, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward H. Griffith
- Screenplay & Story
- Gardner Hunting
- Original Title
- If Women Only Knew
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- J.N. Naulty-Gardner Hunting, Cayuga Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward H. Griffith
Gardner Hunting
Department Leadership Roster
Gardner Hunting
Writer
Edward H. Griffith
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is If Women Only Knew about?
Remotely derived from Balzac, the plot centers on Maurice Travers, who, through the self-sacrificing efforts of his mother, is able to attend college, though his love for sports and consequent neglect of his studies prevent his graduation. Madeline Marshall, an orphan living with Maurice's mother, loves him, but Maurice marries Donna Wayne, daughter of a wealthy New Yorker; and in the city they lead a carefree life. Her father insists that he support her, but he cannot. Following the blindness and death of his mother, Donna elopes with a rich suitor, and after a divorce Maurice finds happiness with the faithful Madeline.
Who directed If Women Only Knew?
If Women Only Knew was directed by Edward H. Griffith.
Who stars in If Women Only Knew?
The principal cast of If Women Only Knew includes Robert Gordon, Madelyn Clare, Blanche Davenport, Virginia Lee, Gayne Whitman.
When was If Women Only Knew released and how long is it?
If Women Only Knew was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for If Women Only Knew?
If Women Only Knew holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).