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The Net

Synopsis

In the home of the stalwart young son and his mother, the girl rescued from the sea grows strong again after her fearful exposure. Her attractiveness, so different from that of the fisher maidens, has a telling effect on the young man. He asks her, at length, to become his bride, and she accepts. But a few days before the wedding the affianced bride disappears, sailing away with a strange man from the city, who has suddenly appeared. Thinking that his sweetheart had deserted him for another, the fisherman is heartbroken for a time, but gradually the keen edge of his sorrow wears away, and he succumbs to the attractions of another girl, one who had recently come to the village with her father, and who had lived together and alone at the end of the town.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

April 1, 1916

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
George Foster Platt
Screenplay & Story
Lloyd Lonergan
Original Title
The Net
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
58m
Production Studios
Thanhouser Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

George Foster Platt

Screenplay & Story

Lloyd Lonergan

Producers

Edwin Thanhouser

Department Leadership Roster

George Foster Platt

Director

Edwin Thanhouser

Producer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Net.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Net

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

What is The Net about?

In the home of the stalwart young son and his mother, the girl rescued from the sea grows strong again after her fearful exposure. Her attractiveness, so different from that of the fisher maidens, has a telling effect on the young man. He asks her, at length, to become his bride, and she accepts. But a few days before the wedding the affianced bride disappears, sailing away with a strange man from the city, who has suddenly appeared. Thinking that his sweetheart had deserted him for another, the fisherman is heartbroken for a time, but gradually the keen edge of his sorrow wears away, and he succumbs to the attractions of another girl, one who had recently come to the village with her father, and who had lived together and alone at the end of the town.

Who directed The Net?

The Net was directed by George Foster Platt.

Who stars in The Net?

The principal cast of The Net includes Bert Delaney, Marian Swayne, Inda Palmer, Ethel Jewett, Arthur Bauer.

When was The Net released and how long is it?

The Net was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 58m.