The Little Pirate
Synopsis
In dire financial straits, businessman John Baird considers liquidating the bonds that are held in trust for his little daughter Margery. Failing to comprehend her husband's desperation, Virginia Baird refuses his request and, upon overhearing his lawyer advising him to utilize the bonds without consulting her, she decides to place them in the hands of George Drake, an old friend. Drake hijacks the securities, however, and their disappearance leads to the break up of the Baird's marriage, resulting in Virginia leaving the house. Attempting to console her father, Margery sets out on her pony to bring her mother home. But she is held up on the road by Captain Kidd Jr., who adopts her as his first mate, and the two children take up residence on a grass hut on a nearby island.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 10, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elsie Jane Wilson
- Screenplay & Story
- Elliott J. Clawson, Norris Shannon
- Original Title
- The Little Pirate
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elsie Jane Wilson
Elliott J. Clawson, Norris Shannon
Department Leadership Roster
Elliott J. Clawson
Writer
Elsie Jane Wilson
Director
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What is The Little Pirate about?
In dire financial straits, businessman John Baird considers liquidating the bonds that are held in trust for his little daughter Margery. Failing to comprehend her husband's desperation, Virginia Baird refuses his request and, upon overhearing his lawyer advising him to utilize the bonds without consulting her, she decides to place them in the hands of George Drake, an old friend. Drake hijacks the securities, however, and their disappearance leads to the break up of the Baird's marriage, resulting in Virginia leaving the house. Attempting to console her father, Margery sets out on her pony to bring her mother home. But she is held up on the road by Captain Kidd Jr., who adopts her as his first mate, and the two children take up residence on a grass hut on a nearby island.
Who directed The Little Pirate?
The Little Pirate was directed by Elsie Jane Wilson.
Who stars in The Little Pirate?
The principal cast of The Little Pirate includes Zoe Rae, Charles West, Frank Brownlee, Gretchen Lederer, Frederick Titus.
When was The Little Pirate released and how long is it?
The Little Pirate was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.