The Price of Success
Synopsis
Ellen's happy life is shattered when she discovers George is having an affair with Ardath Courtney, a "social butterfly" and vamp struggling to maintain a facade of wealth. To win George back, Ellen attempts to make him jealous by flirting with Wally Van Tine, the wealthy son of George's employer. Ardath attempts to frame Ellen by sending George to an apartment Ellen has rented for a poor woman, Mrs. Moran, making it look like Ellen's own secret flat. The misunderstanding is cleared when Mrs. Moran’s abusive husband, Jimmy, appears. George realizes Ellen was merely being charitable, thrashes Jimmy, and reconciles with his wife.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 15, 1925
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Gaudio
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom J. Hopkins
- Original Title
- The Price of Success
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Gaudio
Tom J. Hopkins
Frank B. Good
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Tony Gaudio
Director
Frank B. Good
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Price of Success
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What is The Price of Success about?
Ellen's happy life is shattered when she discovers George is having an affair with Ardath Courtney, a "social butterfly" and vamp struggling to maintain a facade of wealth. To win George back, Ellen attempts to make him jealous by flirting with Wally Van Tine, the wealthy son of George's employer. Ardath attempts to frame Ellen by sending George to an apartment Ellen has rented for a poor woman, Mrs. Moran, making it look like Ellen's own secret flat. The misunderstanding is cleared when Mrs. Moran’s abusive husband, Jimmy, appears. George realizes Ellen was merely being charitable, thrashes Jimmy, and reconciles with his wife.
Who directed The Price of Success?
The Price of Success was directed by Tony Gaudio.
Who stars in The Price of Success?
The principal cast of The Price of Success includes Alice Lake, Lee Shumway, Gaston Glass, Florence Turner, Spec O'Donnell.
When was The Price of Success released and how long is it?
The Price of Success was released in 1925 with a total runtime of 50m.