The Quitter
Synopsis
When his friends decide that "Happy Jack" Lewis needs a wife, they place an ad in the paper for one. Glad Mason replies and sends her picture. Jack's pals decide she is the one, and after he sees her picture, Jack thinks so too -- until the saloon proprietor points out that maybe she doesn't look anything like her photo. In fact, she could be an old hag!
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 10, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Horan
- Screenplay & Story
- Izola Forrester
- Original Title
- The Quitter
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Rolfe Photoplays
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Horan
Izola Forrester
John Arnold
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Horan
Director
John Arnold
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Quitter
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Quitter about?
When his friends decide that "Happy Jack" Lewis needs a wife, they place an ad in the paper for one. Glad Mason replies and sends her picture. Jack's pals decide she is the one, and after he sees her picture, Jack thinks so too -- until the saloon proprietor points out that maybe she doesn't look anything like her photo. In fact, she could be an old hag!
Who directed The Quitter?
The Quitter was directed by Charles Horan.
Who stars in The Quitter?
The principal cast of The Quitter includes Lionel Barrymore, Marguerite Skirvin, Paul Everton, Jules Cowles, Edward Brennan.
When was The Quitter released and how long is it?
The Quitter was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Quitter?
The Quitter holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).