

The Cradle
Synopsis
A socialite couple thinks only of themselves. When they become bored with one another, they divorce and marry others (several times). The person who suffers most from their cavalier outlook on life is their cute little daughter Mary Jane Irving.
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March 4, 1922
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Powell
- Screenplay & Story
- Olga Printzlau, Eugène Brieux
- Original Title
- The Cradle
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Powell
Olga Printzlau, Eugène Brieux
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Powell
Director
Olga Printzlau
Writer
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cradle
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cradle about?
A socialite couple thinks only of themselves. When they become bored with one another, they divorce and marry others (several times). The person who suffers most from their cavalier outlook on life is their cute little daughter Mary Jane Irving.
Who directed The Cradle?
The Cradle was directed by Paul Powell.
Who stars in The Cradle?
The principal cast of The Cradle includes Ethel Clayton, Charles Meredith, Mary Jane Irving, Anna Lehr, Walter McGrail.
When was The Cradle released and how long is it?
The Cradle was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is The Cradle based on a book or true story?
The Cradle is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Eugène Brieux".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Cradle?
The Cradle holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).




















