The Make-Believe Wife
Synopsis
Several young couples have gathered at a vacation home in the mountains. The group of friends go climbing, but Phyllis Ashbrook and John Manning leave the others behind. They get lost and have to spend the night in a cabin. When they are brought back the next day, appearances compel them to marry, even though they are already engaged to others.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 17, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John S. Robertson
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Childs Carpenter, Adrian Gil-Spear
- Original Title
- The Make-Believe Wife
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation, Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John S. Robertson
Edward Childs Carpenter, Adrian Gil-Spear
Department Leadership Roster
John S. Robertson
Director
Adrian Gil-Spear
Writer
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What is The Make-Believe Wife about?
Several young couples have gathered at a vacation home in the mountains. The group of friends go climbing, but Phyllis Ashbrook and John Manning leave the others behind. They get lost and have to spend the night in a cabin. When they are brought back the next day, appearances compel them to marry, even though they are already engaged to others.
Who directed The Make-Believe Wife?
The Make-Believe Wife was directed by John S. Robertson.
Who stars in The Make-Believe Wife?
The principal cast of The Make-Believe Wife includes Billie Burke, Alfred Hickman, Ida Darling, David Powell, Wray Page.
When was The Make-Believe Wife released and how long is it?
The Make-Believe Wife was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.