The Life Line
Synopsis
Jack Hearne, known as the Romany Rye, prefers living with the gypsies rather than claiming the right to his part of his half brother Phillip Royston's country estate, Cragsnest. When he saves Ruth Heckett, the daughter of his friend Joe, a London bird shop owner and burglar, from a theater fire, however, he changes his mind and marries her. As Ruth and Jack board a steamer for America to find witnesses to his parents' wedding for proof of his inheritance, Joe's partner Bos gives Ruth a Bible that he stole from Cragsnest, as a present.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 5, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Maurice Tourneur
- Screenplay & Story
- George R. Sims, Charles E. Whittaker
- Original Title
- The Life Line
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Maurice Tourneur Productions, Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Maurice Tourneur
George R. Sims, Charles E. Whittaker
René Guissart
Department Leadership Roster
Maurice Tourneur
Director
Charles E. Whittaker
Writer
René Guissart
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Life Line
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Life Line about?
Jack Hearne, known as the Romany Rye, prefers living with the gypsies rather than claiming the right to his part of his half brother Phillip Royston's country estate, Cragsnest. When he saves Ruth Heckett, the daughter of his friend Joe, a London bird shop owner and burglar, from a theater fire, however, he changes his mind and marries her. As Ruth and Jack board a steamer for America to find witnesses to his parents' wedding for proof of his inheritance, Joe's partner Bos gives Ruth a Bible that he stole from Cragsnest, as a present.
Who directed The Life Line?
The Life Line was directed by Maurice Tourneur.
Who stars in The Life Line?
The principal cast of The Life Line includes Jack Holt, Wallace Beery, Lew Cody, Tully Marshall, Seena Owen.
When was The Life Line released and how long is it?
The Life Line was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.