The Wanters
“The World is Full of Wanters”
Synopsis
Elliot Worthington falls in love with Myra, the maid in his sister's household. Myra is dismissed; Elliot finds her, proposes marriage, and returns home with his new bride. She is snubbed by his relatives and shocked by the hypocrisy of his wealthy friends. Disillusioned, she runs away: Elliot follows and saves her from being hit by a train when her foot gets caught in a switch.
Top Cast
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Marie Prevost
Myra Hastings
Norma Shearer
Marjorie
Robert Ellis
Elliot Worthington
Gertrude Astor
Mrs. Van Pelt
Huntley Gordon
Theodore Van Pelt
Lincoln Stedman
Bobby
Lillian Langdon
Mrs. Worthington
Louise Fazenda
Mary
Hank Mann
Star boarder
Lydia Yeamans Titus
Landlady
Vernon Steele
Tom Armstrong
Harold Goodwin
Chauffeur
William Buckley
Butler
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 26, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John M. Stahl
- Screenplay & Story
- J.G. Hawks, Paul Bern, Leila Burton Wells
- Original Title
- The Wanters
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Louis B. Mayer Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John M. Stahl
J.G. Hawks, Paul Bern, Leila Burton Wells
Department Leadership Roster
J.G. Hawks
Writer
Paul Bern
Writer
John M. Stahl
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Wanters
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Wanters about?
Elliot Worthington falls in love with Myra, the maid in his sister's household. Myra is dismissed; Elliot finds her, proposes marriage, and returns home with his new bride. She is snubbed by his relatives and shocked by the hypocrisy of his wealthy friends. Disillusioned, she runs away: Elliot follows and saves her from being hit by a train when her foot gets caught in a switch.
Who directed The Wanters?
The Wanters was directed by John M. Stahl.
Who stars in The Wanters?
The principal cast of The Wanters includes Marie Prevost, Norma Shearer, Robert Ellis, Gertrude Astor, Huntley Gordon.
When was The Wanters released and how long is it?
The Wanters was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.