
The Narrow Path
Synopsis
Bessie Allen, a girl of the slums, dances in the streets of the Lower East Side of New York to the delight of the crowds. She becomes an orphan when her father, in a drunken stupor, kills her mother, and then himself. Bessie is knocked down by the car of Mrs. Latham, a society matron, who takes an interest in the girl and procures her a job as a dress model.
Top Cast
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September 3, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Francis J. Grandon
- Screenplay & Story
- Catherine Carr
- Original Title
- The Narrow Path
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company, Red Feather Photoplays
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Francis J. Grandon
Catherine Carr
Department Leadership Roster
Francis J. Grandon
Director
Catherine Carr
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Narrow Path
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What is The Narrow Path about?
Bessie Allen, a girl of the slums, dances in the streets of the Lower East Side of New York to the delight of the crowds. She becomes an orphan when her father, in a drunken stupor, kills her mother, and then himself. Bessie is knocked down by the car of Mrs. Latham, a society matron, who takes an interest in the girl and procures her a job as a dress model.
Who directed The Narrow Path?
The Narrow Path was directed by Francis J. Grandon.
Who stars in The Narrow Path?
The principal cast of The Narrow Path includes Violet Mersereau, Mary Alden, Leonora von Ottinger, William Welsh, Joseph W. Girard.
When was The Narrow Path released and how long is it?
The Narrow Path was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.















