A Million to Burn
Synopsis
The owner of a resort hotel promotes Tom Gwynne, a college boy working as a waiter, to manager. As a result of his mismanagement, the hotel loses several thousand dollars. Tom inherits a million and buys the hotel to continue his experimental management, which is to give the employees time and opportunity for self-expression--to do what they like best to do.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
New York
Festival / Special Debut
November 12, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Parke
- Screenplay & Story
- Raymond L. Schrock, Tom Whitside
- Original Title
- A Million to Burn
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Parke
Raymond L. Schrock, Tom Whitside
John Stumar
Department Leadership Roster
William Parke
Director
John Stumar
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Million to Burn
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Million to Burn about?
The owner of a resort hotel promotes Tom Gwynne, a college boy working as a waiter, to manager. As a result of his mismanagement, the hotel loses several thousand dollars. Tom inherits a million and buys the hotel to continue his experimental management, which is to give the employees time and opportunity for self-expression--to do what they like best to do.
Who directed A Million to Burn?
A Million to Burn was directed by William Parke.
Who stars in A Million to Burn?
The principal cast of A Million to Burn includes Herbert Rawlinson, Kalla Pasha, Beatrice Burnham, Tom McGuire, Melbourne MacDowell.
When was A Million to Burn released and how long is it?
A Million to Burn was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 50m.