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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 28, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lawrence B. McGill
- Screenplay & Story
- Gilson Willets, Roy Somerville
- Original Title
- The First Law
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Astra Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lawrence B. McGill
Gilson Willets, Roy Somerville
Department Leadership Roster
Roy Somerville
Writer
Lawrence B. McGill
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The First Law.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The First Law
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The First Law about?
When her surgeon father loses his fortune, Norma Webb (Castle) turns her family home into a boarding house.
Who directed The First Law?
The First Law was directed by Lawrence B. McGill.
Who stars in The First Law?
The principal cast of The First Law includes Irene Castle, Antonio Moreno, J.H. Gilmour, Marguerite Snow, Edward Connelly.
When was The First Law released and how long is it?
The First Law was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is The First Law based on a book or true story?
The First Law is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Gilson Willets".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The First Law?
The First Law holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).