What Every Woman Knows
Synopsis
Alick Wylie agrees to give railroad porter John Shand $300 to help him secure his education and political ambitions on condition that his daughter Maggie has the option of marrying him within five years. Though not in love they marry, and John becomes successful, thanks to Maggie’s input on his speeches, in time being elected to Parliament. Eventually John strays with Lady Sybil and Maggie diplomatically arranges for them to be together. However his next speech without her assistance is a failure and Sybil leaves him out of boredom, it’s then he sees Maggie’s true worth.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 24, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William C. deMille
- Screenplay & Story
- J.M. Barrie, Olga Printzlau
- Original Title
- What Every Woman Knows
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William C. deMille
J.M. Barrie, Olga Printzlau
Department Leadership Roster
William C. deMille
Director
Olga Printzlau
Writer
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What is What Every Woman Knows about?
Alick Wylie agrees to give railroad porter John Shand $300 to help him secure his education and political ambitions on condition that his daughter Maggie has the option of marrying him within five years. Though not in love they marry, and John becomes successful, thanks to Maggie’s input on his speeches, in time being elected to Parliament. Eventually John strays with Lady Sybil and Maggie diplomatically arranges for them to be together. However his next speech without her assistance is a failure and Sybil leaves him out of boredom, it’s then he sees Maggie’s true worth.
Who directed What Every Woman Knows?
What Every Woman Knows was directed by William C. deMille.
Who stars in What Every Woman Knows?
The principal cast of What Every Woman Knows includes Lois Wilson, Conrad Nagel, Charles Ogle, Fred Huntley, Guy Oliver.
When was What Every Woman Knows released and how long is it?
What Every Woman Knows was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.