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IMDbNR1915United States of America

The Right of Way

Topics:#lost film

Synopsis

Snobbish attorney Charles 'Beauty' Steele loses his wife due to his drinking and his airs at the same time that his brother-in-law absconds with funds belonging to one of Steele's clients. In search of the thief, Steele is attacked and left for dead. He is rescued by a kindly couple, but suffers from amnesia. He starts life afresh and is happy, until the return of his memory sends him back to resolve his old involvements.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

July 19, 1915

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
John W. Noble
Screenplay & Story
Eugene Wiley Presbrey, Gilbert Parker, Herbert Oswald Carleton
Original Title
The Right of Way
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
Unknown
Production Studios
Rolfe Photoplays

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

John W. Noble

Screenplay & Story

Eugene Wiley Presbrey, Gilbert Parker, Herbert Oswald Carleton

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Gilbert Parker

Department Leadership Roster

John W. Noble

John W. Noble

Director

Herbert Oswald Carleton

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Right of Way.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Right of Way

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

What is The Right of Way about?

Snobbish attorney Charles 'Beauty' Steele loses his wife due to his drinking and his airs at the same time that his brother-in-law absconds with funds belonging to one of Steele's clients. In search of the thief, Steele is attacked and left for dead. He is rescued by a kindly couple, but suffers from amnesia. He starts life afresh and is happy, until the return of his memory sends him back to resolve his old involvements.

Who directed The Right of Way?

The Right of Way was directed by John W. Noble.

Who stars in The Right of Way?

The principal cast of The Right of Way includes William Faversham, Jane Grey, Edward Brennan, Henry Bergman, Harold De Becker.

When was The Right of Way released and how long is it?

The Right of Way was released in 1915 with a total runtime of Unknown.

Is The Right of Way based on a book or true story?

The Right of Way is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Gilbert Parker".

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Right of Way?

The Right of Way holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).