The Capitol
“From the notable stage success by Augustus Thomas”
Synopsis
Margaret Kennard takes her baby daughter Agnes and leaves her husband Eustace for James Carroll. Upon discovering that James is a thief, she leaves him, joins the Salvation Army, and places Agnes in a convent. Twenty years pass. Agnes marries young Congressman Blake. James is now a lobbyist trying to prevent Blake from passing an anti-profiteering bill. Attempting to help her husband, Agnes sets out to prove that James is a scoundrel.
Top Cast
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Leah Baird
Margaret Kennard / Agnes Blake
Robert T. Haines
Eustace Kennard
Alexander Gaden
James Carroll
William B. Davidson
Congressman Blake
Downing Clarke
Henry Garretson (as Downing Clark)
Donald MacBride
Jimmy Vincent (as Donald Hugh McBride)
Mildred Rhoads
Baby Kennard
Ben Hendricks Sr.
James Lamar
Ben Hendricks Jr.
Brian Darley
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 1, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Irving
- Screenplay & Story
- Augustus E. Thomas
- Original Title
- The Capitol
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Artco Productions Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Irving
Augustus E. Thomas
Arthur F. Beck
Department Leadership Roster
George Irving
Director
Augustus E. Thomas
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Capitol
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What is The Capitol about?
Margaret Kennard takes her baby daughter Agnes and leaves her husband Eustace for James Carroll. Upon discovering that James is a thief, she leaves him, joins the Salvation Army, and places Agnes in a convent. Twenty years pass. Agnes marries young Congressman Blake. James is now a lobbyist trying to prevent Blake from passing an anti-profiteering bill. Attempting to help her husband, Agnes sets out to prove that James is a scoundrel.
Who directed The Capitol?
The Capitol was directed by George Irving.
Who stars in The Capitol?
The principal cast of The Capitol includes Leah Baird, Robert T. Haines, Alexander Gaden, William B. Davidson, Downing Clarke.
When was The Capitol released and how long is it?
The Capitol was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.