Discontented Husbands
“A Story of the Other Man's Wife”
Synopsis
Michael Frazer, newly rich from his invention of a can-opener, has drifted away from Jane, his wife, who persists in her old-fashioned ways. He advises his daughter Marcia to marry "someone congenial so that when love goes you will have common interests." Neighboring architect Jack Ballard obtains the contract to design Frazer's house through the friendship of his attractive wife, Emily, with Frazer. Emily and Frazer become intimate friends, arousing the concern of Mrs. Frazer and Jack Ballard. Determined to teach his wife a lesson and win her back, Jack asks Marcia Frazer to run away with him. She consents but later reconsiders and they return home. Frazer realizes that Mrs. Ballard meant nothing to him, and Jack is reunited with his wife.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 15, 1924
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward LeSaint
- Screenplay & Story
- Evelyn Campbell
- Original Title
- Discontented Husbands
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward LeSaint
Evelyn Campbell
Harry Cohn
Department Leadership Roster
Edward LeSaint
Director
Evelyn Campbell
Writer
Harry Cohn
Producer
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What is Discontented Husbands about?
Michael Frazer, newly rich from his invention of a can-opener, has drifted away from Jane, his wife, who persists in her old-fashioned ways. He advises his daughter Marcia to marry "someone congenial so that when love goes you will have common interests." Neighboring architect Jack Ballard obtains the contract to design Frazer's house through the friendship of his attractive wife, Emily, with Frazer. Emily and Frazer become intimate friends, arousing the concern of Mrs. Frazer and Jack Ballard. Determined to teach his wife a lesson and win her back, Jack asks Marcia Frazer to run away with him. She consents but later reconsiders and they return home. Frazer realizes that Mrs. Ballard meant nothing to him, and Jack is reunited with his wife.
Who directed Discontented Husbands?
Discontented Husbands was directed by Edward LeSaint.
Who stars in Discontented Husbands?
The principal cast of Discontented Husbands includes James Kirkwood, Cleo Madison, Grace Darmond, Arthur Rankin, Vernon Steele.
When was Discontented Husbands released and how long is it?
Discontented Husbands was released in 1924 with a total runtime of 58m.