The Cost
Synopsis
Against her father's wishes, Pauline Gardner marries John Dumont, a young philanderer, on his promise that he will reform.
Top Cast
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Violet Heming
Pauline Gardner
Edwin Mordant
Colonel Gardner
Jane Jennings
Mrs. Gardner
Ralph Kellard
John Dumont
Edward Arnold
Hampden Scarborough
Clifford Grey
William Fanshaw Jr.
Carlotta Monterey
Leonora Fanshaw
Aileen Pringle
Olivia
Warburton Gamble
Mowbray Langdon
Florence McGuire
Suzanne
Julia Hurley
Grandma
Arnold Lucy
Marjorie Manning
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 11, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harley Knoles
- Screenplay & Story
- Clara Beranger, David Graham Phillips
- Original Title
- The Cost
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harley Knoles
Clara Beranger, David Graham Phillips
Department Leadership Roster
Harley Knoles
Director
Clara Beranger
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cost
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cost about?
Against her father's wishes, Pauline Gardner marries John Dumont, a young philanderer, on his promise that he will reform.
Who directed The Cost?
The Cost was directed by Harley Knoles.
Who stars in The Cost?
The principal cast of The Cost includes Violet Heming, Edwin Mordant, Jane Jennings, Ralph Kellard, Edward Arnold.
When was The Cost released and how long is it?
The Cost was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Is The Cost based on a book or true story?
The Cost is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "David Graham Phillips".