The Glorious Fool
“A lovable, laughable tale of a man who stood a hospital upside down and won the heart of his nurse. The sort of picture that makes you forget time.”
Synopsis
Billy Grant, a wealthy young playboy, drunkenly crashes his car and appears near death. Afraid that his greedy and unpleasant relatives will get his estate, he convinces his nurse, Jane Brown, to marry him. When Billy regains his health, Jane finds herself in a situation she never imagined nor intended.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1922
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- E. Mason Hopper
- Screenplay & Story
- Mary Roberts Rinehart, J.G. Hawks
- Original Title
- The Glorious Fool
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Goldwyn Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
E. Mason Hopper
Mary Roberts Rinehart, J.G. Hawks
Department Leadership Roster
J.G. Hawks
Writer
E. Mason Hopper
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Glorious Fool
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Glorious Fool about?
Billy Grant, a wealthy young playboy, drunkenly crashes his car and appears near death. Afraid that his greedy and unpleasant relatives will get his estate, he convinces his nurse, Jane Brown, to marry him. When Billy regains his health, Jane finds herself in a situation she never imagined nor intended.
Who directed The Glorious Fool?
The Glorious Fool was directed by E. Mason Hopper.
Who stars in The Glorious Fool?
The principal cast of The Glorious Fool includes Helene Chadwick, Richard Dix, Vera Lewis, Kate Lester, Otto Hoffman.
When was The Glorious Fool released and how long is it?
The Glorious Fool was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 50m.