Winning a Widow
Synopsis
While crossing the Atlantic, Jim White, an American tourist, is attracted by a charming young widow. He succeeds in making the lady's acquaintance through her four-year-old son and thereafter he becomes a persistent suitor and shadow. It happens that Luxor, Egypt, is the destination of both parties and when they arrive at that point Jim determines to win the widow without further delay. She does not encourage his suit and he becomes desperate. Jim hits upon a subterfuge and engages an Egyptian to help him out. However, the best laid plans often miscarry, and when the widow learns of the plot she prepares one of her own. Jim meets with a decided surprise and the little son is the means of bringing about a mutual understanding.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 5, 1912
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Olcott
- Screenplay & Story
- Gene Gauntier
- Original Title
- Winning a Widow
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Kalem Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Olcott
Gene Gauntier
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Olcott
Director
Gene Gauntier
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 Winning a Widow
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What is Winning a Widow about?
While crossing the Atlantic, Jim White, an American tourist, is attracted by a charming young widow. He succeeds in making the lady's acquaintance through her four-year-old son and thereafter he becomes a persistent suitor and shadow. It happens that Luxor, Egypt, is the destination of both parties and when they arrive at that point Jim determines to win the widow without further delay. She does not encourage his suit and he becomes desperate. Jim hits upon a subterfuge and engages an Egyptian to help him out. However, the best laid plans often miscarry, and when the widow learns of the plot she prepares one of her own. Jim meets with a decided surprise and the little son is the means of bringing about a mutual understanding.
Who directed Winning a Widow?
Winning a Widow was directed by Sidney Olcott.
Who stars in Winning a Widow?
The principal cast of Winning a Widow includes Gene Gauntier, J.P. McGowan, George Hollister Jr., James B. Ross, Ben Holmes.
When was Winning a Widow released and how long is it?
Winning a Widow was released in 1912 with a total runtime of 13m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Winning a Widow?
Winning a Widow holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).