The Child Thou Gavest Me
“The drama of a faithful wife; yet a secret mother told with true artistry and crowned with a climax of vibrant power.”
Synopsis
On her wedding day, Norma Huntley wants to tell Edward Berkley, her husband-to-be, her secret -- that she mothered a child out of wedlock which subsequently died. Her mother forbids her to reveal this. Only moments after the ceremony, it is discovered that the child, now three, is actually alive. Berkley, incensed at this turn of events, agrees to adopt the child and remain married for appearance's sake -- but when he finds the father, he will kill him.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 20, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John M. Stahl
- Screenplay & Story
- Chester L. Roberts, Perry N. Vekroff
- Original Title
- The Child Thou Gavest Me
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Studios
- John M. Stahl Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John M. Stahl
Chester L. Roberts, Perry N. Vekroff
Madge Tyrone
John M. Stahl
Department Leadership Roster
John M. Stahl
Director
Chester L. Roberts
Writer
Perry N. Vekroff
Writer
John M. Stahl
Producer
Madge Tyrone
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Child Thou Gavest Me
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What is The Child Thou Gavest Me about?
On her wedding day, Norma Huntley wants to tell Edward Berkley, her husband-to-be, her secret -- that she mothered a child out of wedlock which subsequently died. Her mother forbids her to reveal this. Only moments after the ceremony, it is discovered that the child, now three, is actually alive. Berkley, incensed at this turn of events, agrees to adopt the child and remain married for appearance's sake -- but when he finds the father, he will kill him.
Who directed The Child Thou Gavest Me?
The Child Thou Gavest Me was directed by John M. Stahl.
Who stars in The Child Thou Gavest Me?
The principal cast of The Child Thou Gavest Me includes Barbara Castleton, Adele Farrington, Winter Hall, Lewis Stone, William Desmond.
When was The Child Thou Gavest Me released and how long is it?
The Child Thou Gavest Me was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Child Thou Gavest Me?
The Child Thou Gavest Me holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).