The Rescue
“A Charming Story of a Noble Plot with a Nobler Counter Plot Establishing the Happiness of Two Lives”
Synopsis
After divorcing her husband Kent, actress Anne Wetherall returns to the stage. Upon receiving a plea for help from childhood chum Nell Jerrold begging Anne to save Nell's daughter Betty from marrying Kent, the ex-Mrs. Wetherall decides to journey to the Jerrold's home in the town of Wheaton to investigate.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 23, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ida May Park
- Screenplay & Story
- Hugh Kahler, Ida May Park
- Original Title
- The Rescue
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Bluebird Photoplays
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ida May Park
Hugh Kahler, Ida May Park
King D. Gray
Department Leadership Roster
Ida May Park
Director
King D. Gray
Director of Photography
Ida May Park
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Rescue.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rescue
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Rescue about?
After divorcing her husband Kent, actress Anne Wetherall returns to the stage. Upon receiving a plea for help from childhood chum Nell Jerrold begging Anne to save Nell's daughter Betty from marrying Kent, the ex-Mrs. Wetherall decides to journey to the Jerrold's home in the town of Wheaton to investigate.
Who directed The Rescue?
The Rescue was directed by Ida May Park.
Who stars in The Rescue?
The principal cast of The Rescue includes Dorothy Phillips, William Stowell, Lon Chaney, Gretchen Lederer, Molly Malone.
When was The Rescue released and how long is it?
The Rescue was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Rescue?
The Rescue holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).