The Gentle Intruder
Synopsis
Mary Miles Minter is Sylvia, the niece of a man who leaves her a fortune. The money is in the hands of his lawyer, Baxter, who uses it to support his ambitious wife and daughter. Sylvia comes to Baxter's home and it's obvious she's not wanted there. Arnold, Baxter's son, is wasting his life away with drinking and nightclubbing, but Sylvia sweetly influences him to straighten up.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 19, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Kirkwood
- Screenplay & Story
- Clifford Howard
- Original Title
- The Gentle Intruder
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- American Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Kirkwood
Clifford Howard
Department Leadership Roster
Clifford Howard
Writer
James Kirkwood
Director
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What is The Gentle Intruder about?
Mary Miles Minter is Sylvia, the niece of a man who leaves her a fortune. The money is in the hands of his lawyer, Baxter, who uses it to support his ambitious wife and daughter. Sylvia comes to Baxter's home and it's obvious she's not wanted there. Arnold, Baxter's son, is wasting his life away with drinking and nightclubbing, but Sylvia sweetly influences him to straighten up.
Who directed The Gentle Intruder?
The Gentle Intruder was directed by James Kirkwood.
Who stars in The Gentle Intruder?
The principal cast of The Gentle Intruder includes Mary Miles Minter, George Fisher, Eugenie Forde, Harvey Clark, Franklin Ritchie.
When was The Gentle Intruder released and how long is it?
The Gentle Intruder was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.