House of Cards
Synopsis
The Mannings are a professional couple--she is a doctor, he is a lawyer--who are so absorbed in their careers that they have little time for their young daughter Louise, who is left to be raised by their servants. They are shaken out of their single-minded pursuit of their careers when Louise--feeling neglected, unloved and unhappy--runs away with a young newsboy.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 4, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alice Guy-Blaché
- Screenplay & Story
- Alice Guy-Blaché
- Original Title
- House of Cards
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- U.S. Amusement Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alice Guy-Blaché
Alice Guy-Blaché
Department Leadership Roster
Alice Guy-Blaché
Director
Alice Guy-Blaché
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About House of Cards
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is House of Cards about?
The Mannings are a professional couple--she is a doctor, he is a lawyer--who are so absorbed in their careers that they have little time for their young daughter Louise, who is left to be raised by their servants. They are shaken out of their single-minded pursuit of their careers when Louise--feeling neglected, unloved and unhappy--runs away with a young newsboy.
Who directed House of Cards?
House of Cards was directed by Alice Guy-Blaché.
Who stars in House of Cards?
The principal cast of House of Cards includes Catherine Calvert, Frank Mills, Kittens Reichert, James O'Neill, Katharine Kaelred.
When was House of Cards released and how long is it?
House of Cards was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.