The Poverty of Riches
“The Story of Modern Married Life.”
Synopsis
John and Katherine Colby decide to put off parenthood until he has become wealthy. Their friends, Tom and Grace Donaldson, decide to start a family right away. While John works his way up to a position of power at a steel firm, Katherine begins to question the wisdom of their decision.
Top Cast
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Richard Dix
John Colby
Leatrice Joy
Katherine Colby
John Bowers
Tom Donaldson
Louise Lovely
Grace Donaldson
Irene Rich
Mrs. Holt
DeWitt Jennings
Lyons
Dave Winter
Stephen Phillips
Roy Laidlaw
Hendron
John Cossar
Edward Phillips Sr
Frankie Lee
John (in prologue)
Dorothy Hughes
Katherine (in prologue)
Frank Coghlan Jr.
Barbara Maier
Little Girl
Betsy Ann Hisle
Little Girl (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 1, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Reginald Barker
- Screenplay & Story
- Arthur F. Statter
- Original Title
- The Poverty of Riches
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Goldwyn Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Reginald Barker
Arthur F. Statter, Leroy Scott
Department Leadership Roster
Reginald Barker
Director
Arthur F. Statter
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Poverty of Riches
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What is The Poverty of Riches about?
John and Katherine Colby decide to put off parenthood until he has become wealthy. Their friends, Tom and Grace Donaldson, decide to start a family right away. While John works his way up to a position of power at a steel firm, Katherine begins to question the wisdom of their decision.
Who directed The Poverty of Riches?
The Poverty of Riches was directed by Reginald Barker.
Who stars in The Poverty of Riches?
The principal cast of The Poverty of Riches includes Richard Dix, Leatrice Joy, John Bowers, Louise Lovely, Irene Rich.
When was The Poverty of Riches released and how long is it?
The Poverty of Riches was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.