The House of Mirth
Synopsis
Wharton creates a portrait of a stunning beauty who, though raised and educated to marry well both socially and economically, is reaching her 29th year, an age when her youthful blush is drawing to a close and her marital prospects are becoming ever more limited. The House of Mirth traces Lily's slow two-year social descent from privilege to a tragically lonely existence on the margins of society.
Top Cast
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Katherine Corri Harris
Lily Bart
Henry Kolker
Lawrence Selden
Christine Mayo
Bertha Trenor-Dorset
Joseph Kilgour
Augustus Trenor-Dorset
Lottie Briscoe
Gertie Farish
Edward Abeles
Simon Rosedale
Maggie Western
Mrs. Haffen
Pauline Welch
Nettie Struthers
Nellie Parker Spaulding
Mrs. Penniston
W.D. Fischter
Ned Silverton
Sidney Bracey
Percy Gryce
Kempton Greene
Jeff Wade
Morgan Jones
Butler
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 5, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Albert Capellani
- Screenplay & Story
- June Mathis, Edith Wharton, Albert Capellani
- Original Title
- The House of Mirth
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Albert Capellani
June Mathis, Edith Wharton, Albert Capellani
Eugene Gaudio
Department Leadership Roster
June Mathis
Writer
Albert Capellani
Director
Eugene Gaudio
Director of Photography
Albert Capellani
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The House of Mirth
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What is The House of Mirth about?
Wharton creates a portrait of a stunning beauty who, though raised and educated to marry well both socially and economically, is reaching her 29th year, an age when her youthful blush is drawing to a close and her marital prospects are becoming ever more limited. The House of Mirth traces Lily's slow two-year social descent from privilege to a tragically lonely existence on the margins of society.
Who directed The House of Mirth?
The House of Mirth was directed by Albert Capellani.
Who stars in The House of Mirth?
The principal cast of The House of Mirth includes Katherine Corri Harris, Henry Kolker, Christine Mayo, Joseph Kilgour, Lottie Briscoe.
When was The House of Mirth released and how long is it?
The House of Mirth was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Is The House of Mirth based on a book or true story?
The House of Mirth is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Edith Wharton".