The Christian
Synopsis
Glory Quayle and John Storm, sweethearts since childhood on the Isle of Man, go to London, Glory to become a nurse and John to enter a monastery. Instead, Glory becomes a theater star, and John renounces his vows because he cannot forget his love for her. Lord Robert Ure, who has already betrayed Glory's friend, Polly Love, incites the London populace against John....
Top Cast
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Richard Dix
John Storm
Mae Busch
Glory Quayle
Phyllis Haver
Polly Love
Cyril Chadwick
Lord Robert Ure
Claude Gillingwater
Lord Storm
Gareth Hughes
Brother Paul
Mahlon Hamilton
Horatio Drake
Joseph J. Dowling
Father Lampleigh
John Herdman
Parson Quayle
Beryl Mercer
Liza
Milla Davenport
Matron
Alice Hesse
Mary
Aileen Pringle
Lady Robert Ure
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 14, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Maurice Tourneur
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Bern, Hall Caine
- Original Title
- The Christian
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Goldwyn Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Maurice Tourneur
Paul Bern, Hall Caine
Charles Van Enger
Samuel Goldwyn
Department Leadership Roster
Maurice Tourneur
Director
Paul Bern
Writer
Charles Van Enger
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Christian
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What is The Christian about?
Glory Quayle and John Storm, sweethearts since childhood on the Isle of Man, go to London, Glory to become a nurse and John to enter a monastery. Instead, Glory becomes a theater star, and John renounces his vows because he cannot forget his love for her. Lord Robert Ure, who has already betrayed Glory's friend, Polly Love, incites the London populace against John....
Who directed The Christian?
The Christian was directed by Maurice Tourneur.
Who stars in The Christian?
The principal cast of The Christian includes Richard Dix, Mae Busch, Phyllis Haver, Cyril Chadwick, Claude Gillingwater.
When was The Christian released and how long is it?
The Christian was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Is The Christian based on a book or true story?
The Christian is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Hall Caine".