Polly Put the Kettle On
Synopsis
To support her younger sisters, Polly Vance finds work as a live-in companion to the aging Johanna Webb. Johanna's nephew, Chester Creigg, quarrels with his aunt and severs relations with her, because of her cruel treatment of her new employee, after which Polly returns to her old home. Then, when a fire breaks out at Polly's house, Chester rushes over to save her sisters, but loses his eyesight during the rescue. Convalescing from his burns, Chester learns that Johanna has died and marvels at the similarity between her and the old housemaid who is now taking care of him.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Douglas Gerrard
- Screenplay & Story
- Elizabeth Chandler Hendrix, Grace Helen Bailey
- Original Title
- Polly Put the Kettle On
- 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
Douglas Gerrard
Elizabeth Chandler Hendrix, Grace Helen Bailey
Department Leadership Roster
Douglas Gerrard
Director
Elizabeth Chandler Hendrix
Writer
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What is Polly Put the Kettle On about?
To support her younger sisters, Polly Vance finds work as a live-in companion to the aging Johanna Webb. Johanna's nephew, Chester Creigg, quarrels with his aunt and severs relations with her, because of her cruel treatment of her new employee, after which Polly returns to her old home. Then, when a fire breaks out at Polly's house, Chester rushes over to save her sisters, but loses his eyesight during the rescue. Convalescing from his burns, Chester learns that Johanna has died and marvels at the similarity between her and the old housemaid who is now taking care of him.
Who directed Polly Put the Kettle On?
Polly Put the Kettle On was directed by Douglas Gerrard.
Who stars in Polly Put the Kettle On?
The principal cast of Polly Put the Kettle On includes Douglas Gerrard, Thomas Jefferson, Ruth Clifford, Martha Mattox, Marvel Spencer.
When was Polly Put the Kettle On released and how long is it?
Polly Put the Kettle On was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.