A Petal on the Current
Synopsis
A shop girl finds herself disgraced after being pressured into drinking too much at a party and getting arrested for public drunkenness.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 3, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tod Browning
- Screenplay & Story
- Fannie Hurst, Waldemar Young
- Original Title
- A Petal on the Current
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tod Browning
Fannie Hurst, Waldemar Young
William Fildew
Department Leadership Roster
William Fildew
Director of Photography
Waldemar Young
Writer
Tod Browning
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Petal on the Current
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Petal on the Current about?
A shop girl finds herself disgraced after being pressured into drinking too much at a party and getting arrested for public drunkenness.
Who directed A Petal on the Current?
A Petal on the Current was directed by Tod Browning.
Who stars in A Petal on the Current?
The principal cast of A Petal on the Current includes Mary MacLaren, Gertrude Claire, Fritzi Ridgeway, Robert Anderson, Beatrice Burnham.
When was A Petal on the Current released and how long is it?
A Petal on the Current was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.