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Polly Ann

Topics:#lost film

Synopsis

Young Polly-Ann works in a small town inn as a maidservant. A troupe of actors comes to town and the innocent girl falls in love with one of its members. Howard Straightlane is sent to the small town by his father, to work as a schoolteacher in hopes of smartening up the young man from his wild ways. Howard soon meets Polly-Ann and saves her from the unscrupulous actor.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

September 9, 1917

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Charles Miller
Screenplay & Story
J. G. Hawks, R. Cecil Smith
Original Title
Polly Ann
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
50m
Production Studios
Triangle Film Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Charles Miller

Screenplay & Story

J. G. Hawks, R. Cecil Smith

Department Leadership Roster

J. G. Hawks

Writer

R. Cecil Smith

Writer

Charles Miller

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Polly Ann.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Polly Ann

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

What is Polly Ann about?

Young Polly-Ann works in a small town inn as a maidservant. A troupe of actors comes to town and the innocent girl falls in love with one of its members. Howard Straightlane is sent to the small town by his father, to work as a schoolteacher in hopes of smartening up the young man from his wild ways. Howard soon meets Polly-Ann and saves her from the unscrupulous actor.

Who directed Polly Ann?

Polly Ann was directed by Charles Miller.

Who stars in Polly Ann?

The principal cast of Polly Ann includes Bessie Love, J.P. Lockney, Rowland V. Lee, Darrell Foss, Walt Whitman.

When was Polly Ann released and how long is it?

Polly Ann was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.