Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby
Synopsis
John Kirby is in desperate financial straits so when his wife Margaret refuses his request to help him obtain a loan from her guest, Gordon Pell, he attempts suicide and failing that becomes seriously ill. Margaret grudgingly takes in boarders mixing with people outside her social set. As her resentment grows Lucille, John's former flame, forges telegrams to drive a wedge further between them, but Gordon steps in the clear the air and the pair work through their difficulties.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William P.S. Earle
- Screenplay & Story
- Lewis Allen Browne, Kathleen Norris
- Original Title
- Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Selznick Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William P.S. Earle
Lewis Allen Browne, Kathleen Norris
Department Leadership Roster
William P.S. Earle
Director
Lewis Allen Browne
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby.
Similar Titles to Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
7.5
6.0
9.0
7.3
9.0
6.6
7.0
8.0
7.8
6.9
7.0
10.0
9.0
7.5
8.0
7.3
8.0
8.0
9.0
More Like Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby about?
John Kirby is in desperate financial straits so when his wife Margaret refuses his request to help him obtain a loan from her guest, Gordon Pell, he attempts suicide and failing that becomes seriously ill. Margaret grudgingly takes in boarders mixing with people outside her social set. As her resentment grows Lucille, John's former flame, forges telegrams to drive a wedge further between them, but Gordon steps in the clear the air and the pair work through their difficulties.
Who directed Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby?
Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby was directed by William P.S. Earle.
Who stars in Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby?
The principal cast of Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby includes Elaine Hammerstein, William B. Donaldson, Ellen Cassidy, Helen Lindroth, Warburton Gamble.
When was Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby released and how long is it?
Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 50m.