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For a Woman’s Fair Name

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Synopsis

Right after a husband and wife (Robert Edeson and Eulalie Jensen) arrive home from their honeymoon, the husband goes to fetch his sister from boarding school. While he is away, the wife's friend and neighbor, McGregor (Harry Morey), invites her to a party, and she accepts. On the way back home, they're involved in an accident, and McGregor takes the wife, who's unconscious, to recover at a nearby roadhouse. Unfortunately, McGregor's coke fiend brother (William R. Dunn) is there partying, and he threatens to put a seamy spin on the innocent situation and tell all.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

February 28, 1916

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Harry Davenport
Screenplay & Story
Marguerite Bertsch
Original Title
For a Woman’s Fair Name
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
50m
Production Studios
Vitagraph Company of America

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Harry Davenport

Screenplay & Story

Marguerite Bertsch

Department Leadership Roster

Harry Davenport

Harry Davenport

Director

Marguerite Bertsch

Marguerite Bertsch

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for For a Woman’s Fair Name.

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Frequently Asked Questions About For a Woman’s Fair Name

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is For a Woman’s Fair Name about?

Right after a husband and wife (Robert Edeson and Eulalie Jensen) arrive home from their honeymoon, the husband goes to fetch his sister from boarding school. While he is away, the wife's friend and neighbor, McGregor (Harry Morey), invites her to a party, and she accepts. On the way back home, they're involved in an accident, and McGregor takes the wife, who's unconscious, to recover at a nearby roadhouse. Unfortunately, McGregor's coke fiend brother (William R. Dunn) is there partying, and he threatens to put a seamy spin on the innocent situation and tell all.

Who directed For a Woman’s Fair Name?

For a Woman’s Fair Name was directed by Harry Davenport.

Who stars in For a Woman’s Fair Name?

The principal cast of For a Woman’s Fair Name includes Robert Edeson, Eulalie Jensen, Harry T. Morey, William R. Dunn, Belle Bruce.

When was For a Woman’s Fair Name released and how long is it?

For a Woman’s Fair Name was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.