The Eye of Envy
“A dramatic allegory which vividly proves that contentment is the keynote of true happiness”
Synopsis
At the crook of a road leading to Success is the little hamlet of Sleepy Hollow. One day, the regular road is closed for repairs, and the detour forces traffic to pass through Sleepy Hollow on the way to Success. Passing through the town is Avarice and his beautiful bride Innocence who stirs the envy of the village blacksmith, Ambition. Following them along the road to Success, the blacksmith encounters a wishing tree which enables him to switch bodies with Avarice.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 10, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harrish Ingraham
- Screenplay & Story
- Crane Wilbur, J. Francis Dunbar
- Original Title
- The Eye of Envy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
- Production Studios
- David Horsley Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harrish Ingraham
Crane Wilbur, J. Francis Dunbar
Robert A. Turnbull
Department Leadership Roster
Robert A. Turnbull
Director of Photography
Crane Wilbur
Writer
Harrish Ingraham
Director
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What is The Eye of Envy about?
At the crook of a road leading to Success is the little hamlet of Sleepy Hollow. One day, the regular road is closed for repairs, and the detour forces traffic to pass through Sleepy Hollow on the way to Success. Passing through the town is Avarice and his beautiful bride Innocence who stirs the envy of the village blacksmith, Ambition. Following them along the road to Success, the blacksmith encounters a wishing tree which enables him to switch bodies with Avarice.
Who directed The Eye of Envy?
The Eye of Envy was directed by Harrish Ingraham.
Who stars in The Eye of Envy?
The principal cast of The Eye of Envy includes Crane Wilbur, Jode Mullally, Gene Crosby, Frederick A. Thomson, Julia Jackson.
When was The Eye of Envy released and how long is it?
The Eye of Envy was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.