Creaking Stairs
Synopsis
Dearie Lane refuses to marry Fred Millard, whom she loves, because of her previous affair with roué Mark Winfield. When she confesses, Fred forgives her, and they marry and live happily in a modest home until the owner, who turns out to be Winfield, comes to collect a delinquent payment and suddenly dies. Dearie, afraid that the absent Fred will misunderstand, hides the body with the help of a boarder and a cook until midnight when they carry it down the stairs to the countryside, but the creaking of the steps is heard by Fred.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 10, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rupert Julian
- Screenplay & Story
- Rupert Julian, Evelyn Campbell
- Original Title
- Creaking Stairs
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rupert Julian
Rupert Julian, Evelyn Campbell
Department Leadership Roster
Rupert Julian
Director
Evelyn Campbell
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Creaking Stairs
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Creaking Stairs about?
Dearie Lane refuses to marry Fred Millard, whom she loves, because of her previous affair with roué Mark Winfield. When she confesses, Fred forgives her, and they marry and live happily in a modest home until the owner, who turns out to be Winfield, comes to collect a delinquent payment and suddenly dies. Dearie, afraid that the absent Fred will misunderstand, hides the body with the help of a boarder and a cook until midnight when they carry it down the stairs to the countryside, but the creaking of the steps is heard by Fred.
Who directed Creaking Stairs?
Creaking Stairs was directed by Rupert Julian.
Who stars in Creaking Stairs?
The principal cast of Creaking Stairs includes Mary MacLaren, Herbert Prior, Jack Mulhall, Clarissa Selwynne, Lucretia Harris.
When was Creaking Stairs released and how long is it?
Creaking Stairs was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.