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Seeing's Believing

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Synopsis

Because of a storm wealthy Diana Webster and Jimmy Harrison, her Aunt Sue's fiancé, must stay all night at a country hotel. Getting a single room, they pretend they are married to satisfy the concerns of the hotel manager though Jimmy sleeps on a cot in the hall. Another hotel guest, Bruce Terring misconstrues the situation and later when he meets Diana his scandalous interpretation of her escapade infuriates the young woman. She decides to teach him a lesson and show him that "seeing is not always believing" by placing him in a similar unusual position. She hires an acting couple to frame a badger game on Bruce, but they double-cross her, forcing Diana into an extorting scheme from which Bruce must rescue her, resulting in a snappy but happy ending for Bruce and Diana.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

May 1, 1922

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Harry Beaumont
Screenplay & Story
Edith M. Kennedy
Original Title
Seeing's Believing
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
50m
Production Studios
Metro Pictures Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Harry Beaumont

Screenplay & Story

Edith M. Kennedy, Rex Taylor

Director of Photography

John Arnold

Department Leadership Roster

Harry Beaumont

Harry Beaumont

Director

Edith M. Kennedy

Edith M. Kennedy

Screenplay

John Arnold

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Seeing's Believing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Seeing's Believing

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

What is Seeing's Believing about?

Because of a storm wealthy Diana Webster and Jimmy Harrison, her Aunt Sue's fiancé, must stay all night at a country hotel. Getting a single room, they pretend they are married to satisfy the concerns of the hotel manager though Jimmy sleeps on a cot in the hall. Another hotel guest, Bruce Terring misconstrues the situation and later when he meets Diana his scandalous interpretation of her escapade infuriates the young woman. She decides to teach him a lesson and show him that "seeing is not always believing" by placing him in a similar unusual position. She hires an acting couple to frame a badger game on Bruce, but they double-cross her, forcing Diana into an extorting scheme from which Bruce must rescue her, resulting in a snappy but happy ending for Bruce and Diana.

Who directed Seeing's Believing?

Seeing's Believing was directed by Harry Beaumont.

Who stars in Seeing's Believing?

The principal cast of Seeing's Believing includes Viola Dana, Allan Forrest, Gertrude Astor, Philo McCullough, Harold Goodwin.

When was Seeing's Believing released and how long is it?

Seeing's Believing was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 50m.