The Failure
Synopsis
A man loses his business and his fiancée, and drifts into the saloons. There he meets a similarly-downtrodden young woman. She works behind the scenes to help him recover his life, and eventually he realizes how steadfast she is.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 7, 1911
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- Screenplay & Story
- Maie B. Havey
- Original Title
- The Failure
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D.W. Griffith
Maie B. Havey
Department Leadership Roster
Maie B. Havey
Writer
D.W. Griffith
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Failure
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Failure about?
A man loses his business and his fiancée, and drifts into the saloons. There he meets a similarly-downtrodden young woman. She works behind the scenes to help him recover his life, and eventually he realizes how steadfast she is.
Who directed The Failure?
The Failure was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in The Failure?
The principal cast of The Failure includes Wilfred Lucas, Dorothy Bernard, Lily Cahill, Edwin August, Grace Henderson.
When was The Failure released and how long is it?
The Failure was released in 1911 with a total runtime of 18m.