The Cheater
“Wherein the Woman Cheats and Pays the Penalty in Tears.”
Synopsis
Lilly Meany has grown up amongst charlatans, including her father. She decides to become a faith healer, and her first victim, a rich hypochondriac woman, is easy enough to "cure." In fact, the woman's so happy with Lilly, now calling herself Vashti Dethic, that she recommends her to her nephew, Judah, Lord Asgarby, who has a crippled sister, Eve. The little girl gives Lilly so much innocent trust and love that she actually is able to walk for the first time ever.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 7, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henry Otto
- Screenplay & Story
- Henry Arthur Jones, Lois Zellner
- Original Title
- The Cheater
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Screen Classics Inc., Metro Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henry Otto
Henry Arthur Jones, Lois Zellner
Department Leadership Roster
Henry Otto
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cheater
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What is The Cheater about?
Lilly Meany has grown up amongst charlatans, including her father. She decides to become a faith healer, and her first victim, a rich hypochondriac woman, is easy enough to "cure." In fact, the woman's so happy with Lilly, now calling herself Vashti Dethic, that she recommends her to her nephew, Judah, Lord Asgarby, who has a crippled sister, Eve. The little girl gives Lilly so much innocent trust and love that she actually is able to walk for the first time ever.
Who directed The Cheater?
The Cheater was directed by Henry Otto.
Who stars in The Cheater?
The principal cast of The Cheater includes May Allison, King Baggot, Frank Currier, Harry von Meter, Mae Giraci.
When was The Cheater released and how long is it?
The Cheater was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.