The Virtue of Rags
Synopsis
A grouchy landlord discharges a kind-hearted rent collector for failing to collect the rent from an impoverished widow. After dreaming that he himself is experiencing the sordid experiences of being destitute, the old man sees the error of his ways and becomes suddenly charitable.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 17, 1912
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Theodore Wharton
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Dickens, Edward T. Lowe Jr.
- Original Title
- The Virtue of Rags
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Theodore Wharton
Charles Dickens, Edward T. Lowe Jr.
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Theodore Wharton
Director
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What is The Virtue of Rags about?
A grouchy landlord discharges a kind-hearted rent collector for failing to collect the rent from an impoverished widow. After dreaming that he himself is experiencing the sordid experiences of being destitute, the old man sees the error of his ways and becomes suddenly charitable.
Who directed The Virtue of Rags?
The Virtue of Rags was directed by Theodore Wharton.
Who stars in The Virtue of Rags?
The principal cast of The Virtue of Rags includes Francis X. Bushman Jr., Helen Dunbar, Bryant Washburn, Howard Missimer, Margaret Steppling.
When was The Virtue of Rags released and how long is it?
The Virtue of Rags was released in 1912 with a total runtime of 10m.
Is The Virtue of Rags based on a book or true story?
The Virtue of Rags is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Charles Dickens".