One of Many
Synopsis
The home of Mrs. Bryson and her two daughters is happy except for the poverty that prevents the girls from sending their sick mother away to the mountains. Both help to support the household, but it is Shirley who feels the responsibility of her mother's approaching death and her worry is evident to all about her. She is employed in a manicure shop frequented by wealthy men and meets Wilfred Templeton, who invites her to dine with him. He questions her about her dejected air and she tells him of her mother's illness. This is Templeton's opportunity, and he asks her to make a bargain with him. He will give her all the money she needs and in return she is to live with him in an apartment which he will establish for her.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 12, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christy Cabanne
- Screenplay & Story
- Christy Cabanne
- Original Title
- One of Many
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christy Cabanne
Christy Cabanne
Arthur James
Department Leadership Roster
Christy Cabanne
Director
Christy Cabanne
Writer
Arthur James
Producer
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What is One of Many about?
The home of Mrs. Bryson and her two daughters is happy except for the poverty that prevents the girls from sending their sick mother away to the mountains. Both help to support the household, but it is Shirley who feels the responsibility of her mother's approaching death and her worry is evident to all about her. She is employed in a manicure shop frequented by wealthy men and meets Wilfred Templeton, who invites her to dine with him. He questions her about her dejected air and she tells him of her mother's illness. This is Templeton's opportunity, and he asks her to make a bargain with him. He will give her all the money she needs and in return she is to live with him in an apartment which he will establish for her.
Who directed One of Many?
One of Many was directed by Christy Cabanne.
Who stars in One of Many?
The principal cast of One of Many includes Frances Nelson, Niles Welch, Mary Mersch, Harold Entwistle, Richard Dix.
When was One of Many released and how long is it?
One of Many was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.