Beating the Odds
Synopsis
Political graft collector, David Power forced by the district attorney to leave New York takes cabaret singer Hebe Norse with him. Showing talent in a variety of professions, Power is eventually hired by a great steel manufacturer, Gail Rogers. He falls in love with Rogers' daughter Rosalie, and they marry happily until Rogers returns home with a new wife…. Hebe Norse. When Rogers discovers Hebe's past, the two men sever ties as does Rosalie. Vengefully Rogers tries to ruin one of Power's companies without success. Ultimately Rosalie forgives Power and they and their young daughter are reunited.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 12, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Scardon
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward J. Montagne, Irving Ross Allen
- Original Title
- Beating the Odds
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Vitagraph Company of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Scardon
Edward J. Montagne, Irving Ross Allen
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Scardon
Director
Edward J. Montagne
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beating the Odds
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Beating the Odds about?
Political graft collector, David Power forced by the district attorney to leave New York takes cabaret singer Hebe Norse with him. Showing talent in a variety of professions, Power is eventually hired by a great steel manufacturer, Gail Rogers. He falls in love with Rogers' daughter Rosalie, and they marry happily until Rogers returns home with a new wife…. Hebe Norse. When Rogers discovers Hebe's past, the two men sever ties as does Rosalie. Vengefully Rogers tries to ruin one of Power's companies without success. Ultimately Rosalie forgives Power and they and their young daughter are reunited.
Who directed Beating the Odds?
Beating the Odds was directed by Paul Scardon.
Who stars in Beating the Odds?
The principal cast of Beating the Odds includes Harry T. Morey, Betty Blythe, Jean Paige, George Majeroni, Eulalie Jensen.
When was Beating the Odds released and how long is it?
Beating the Odds was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is Beating the Odds based on a book or true story?
Beating the Odds is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Irving Ross Allen".