

American Beauty
“She Dressed Like a Million Dollars- Looked Like a Million Dollars- But Fate Busted Her Bubble of Bluff.”
Synopsis
Millicent Howard, whose appearance and persona bring her a life of luxury. A millionaire named Claverhouse asks her to marry, but she values love more than wealth, and she sacrifices everything for another man, who is less wealthy, Jerry Booth. A lost film.
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October 9, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Wallace
- Screenplay & Story
- Wallace Irwin, Carey Wilson, Robert E. Hopkins
- Original Title
- American Beauty
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- First National Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Wallace
Wallace Irwin, Carey Wilson, Robert E. Hopkins
George J. Folsey
Carey Wilson
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Wallace
Director
Robert E. Hopkins
Writer
George J. Folsey
Director of Photography
Carey Wilson
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for American Beauty.
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Beauty
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is American Beauty about?
Millicent Howard, whose appearance and persona bring her a life of luxury. A millionaire named Claverhouse asks her to marry, but she values love more than wealth, and she sacrifices everything for another man, who is less wealthy, Jerry Booth. A lost film.
Who directed American Beauty?
American Beauty was directed by Richard Wallace.
Who stars in American Beauty?
The principal cast of American Beauty includes Billie Dove, Lloyd Hughes, Walter McGrail, Margaret Livingston, Lucien Prival.
When was American Beauty released and how long is it?
American Beauty was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.


















