The Weaker Vessel
Synopsis
Abby Hopkins, the eldest of a small-town newspaper-owner's five daughters, is urged by her family to marry the wealthy, twice-widowed J.B. Hanks. Abby leaves Hank on the night of the wedding and goes to New York, where she supports herself as a waitress and shares an apartment with a co-worker. At the restaurant, Abby meets J. Booth Hunter, a heavy-drinking "ham" actor, and tries to convince him to give up liquor. Hanks shows up one day and during a battle with his estranged wife, Hunter comes to Abby's rescue. Abby finally gets a divorce from Hanks, Hunter conquers his drinking habit, and Abby marries him.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 30, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Powell
- Screenplay & Story
- Elmer Ellsworth
- Original Title
- The Weaker Vessel
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Powell
Elmer Ellsworth
Department Leadership Roster
Elmer Ellsworth
Writer
Paul Powell
Director
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What is The Weaker Vessel about?
Abby Hopkins, the eldest of a small-town newspaper-owner's five daughters, is urged by her family to marry the wealthy, twice-widowed J.B. Hanks. Abby leaves Hank on the night of the wedding and goes to New York, where she supports herself as a waitress and shares an apartment with a co-worker. At the restaurant, Abby meets J. Booth Hunter, a heavy-drinking "ham" actor, and tries to convince him to give up liquor. Hanks shows up one day and during a battle with his estranged wife, Hunter comes to Abby's rescue. Abby finally gets a divorce from Hanks, Hunter conquers his drinking habit, and Abby marries him.
Who directed The Weaker Vessel?
The Weaker Vessel was directed by Paul Powell.
Who stars in The Weaker Vessel?
The principal cast of The Weaker Vessel includes Mary MacLaren, Thurston Hall, Anne Schaefer, Zoe Rae, Lina Basquette.
When was The Weaker Vessel released and how long is it?
The Weaker Vessel was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.