The Ransom
Synopsis
Young Janet Osborn finds herself stuck in a loveless marriage, her only source of pleasure being her daughter. Janet has always dreamed of a career on the stage, but never had the chance. One day she meets Geoffrey Allen, a theatrical agent, and decides to try her luck at becoming an actress. However, when her husband Mark finds out, he orders her out of the house and keeps their daughter, Marcia. Moreover, her acting career sputters to a halt, and Geoffrey Allen takes advantage of her situation to make her his mistress. Years later she finds out that Marcia has become an actress--and that she, too, has become involved with Geoffrey.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 17, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edmund Lawrence
- Screenplay & Story
- Oliver W. Geoffreys, Eve Unsell
- Original Title
- The Ransom
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Triumph Films (II)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edmund Lawrence
Oliver W. Geoffreys, Eve Unsell
Department Leadership Roster
Edmund Lawrence
Director
Oliver W. Geoffreys
Writer
Eve Unsell
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ransom
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What is The Ransom about?
Young Janet Osborn finds herself stuck in a loveless marriage, her only source of pleasure being her daughter. Janet has always dreamed of a career on the stage, but never had the chance. One day she meets Geoffrey Allen, a theatrical agent, and decides to try her luck at becoming an actress. However, when her husband Mark finds out, he orders her out of the house and keeps their daughter, Marcia. Moreover, her acting career sputters to a halt, and Geoffrey Allen takes advantage of her situation to make her his mistress. Years later she finds out that Marcia has become an actress--and that she, too, has become involved with Geoffrey.
Who directed The Ransom?
The Ransom was directed by Edmund Lawrence.
Who stars in The Ransom?
The principal cast of The Ransom includes Julia Dean, Louise Huff, Ethel Lloyd, J. Albert Hall, Willard Case.
When was The Ransom released and how long is it?
The Ransom was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.