Life's Whirlpool
Synopsis
Ethel Barrymore plays the wife of an abusive country squire. So nasty is her husband that he all but forces her to seek solace in the arms of her former sweetheart (played by Alan Hale in his leading-man period). Their clandestine relationship finally comes out in the open when the nasty husband is killed by his irate tenants.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 8, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lionel Barrymore
- Screenplay & Story
- Lionel Barrymore
- Original Title
- Life's Whirlpool
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lionel Barrymore
Lionel Barrymore
William A. Brady
Department Leadership Roster
Lionel Barrymore
Director
Lionel Barrymore
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Life's Whirlpool
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What is Life's Whirlpool about?
Ethel Barrymore plays the wife of an abusive country squire. So nasty is her husband that he all but forces her to seek solace in the arms of her former sweetheart (played by Alan Hale in his leading-man period). Their clandestine relationship finally comes out in the open when the nasty husband is killed by his irate tenants.
Who directed Life's Whirlpool?
Life's Whirlpool was directed by Lionel Barrymore.
Who stars in Life's Whirlpool?
The principal cast of Life's Whirlpool includes Ethel Barrymore, Alan Hale, Paul Everton, Ricca Allen, Reginald Carrington.
When was Life's Whirlpool released and how long is it?
Life's Whirlpool was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.