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3.0 / 10(3 votes)IMDb19271h 10mUnited States of America

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.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

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

Director

Richard Wallace

Screenplay & Story

Wallace Irwin, Carey Wilson, Robert E. Hopkins

Director of Photography

George J. Folsey

Producers

Carey Wilson

Department Leadership Roster

Richard Wallace

Richard Wallace

Director

Robert E. Hopkins

Writer

George J. Folsey

George J. Folsey

Director of Photography

Carey Wilson

Carey Wilson

Producer

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.