The Ordeal
“A drama of today in a setting of gorgeous gowns and luxury”
Synopsis
Sybil marries George Bruce, an alcoholic 20 years her senior, In order to provide for her crippled sister, Helen, and her brother, Geoffrey. Bruce becomes jealous of Sybil's attentions to young physician Robert Acton, and when Bruce suffers a heart attack and calls for digitalis, Sybil allows the vial to break and he dies.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 21, 1922
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Powell
- Screenplay & Story
- W. Somerset Maugham, Beulah Marie Dix
- Original Title
- The Ordeal
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Powell
W. Somerset Maugham, Beulah Marie Dix
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Powell
Director
Beulah Marie Dix
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ordeal
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Ordeal about?
Sybil marries George Bruce, an alcoholic 20 years her senior, In order to provide for her crippled sister, Helen, and her brother, Geoffrey. Bruce becomes jealous of Sybil's attentions to young physician Robert Acton, and when Bruce suffers a heart attack and calls for digitalis, Sybil allows the vial to break and he dies.
Who directed The Ordeal?
The Ordeal was directed by Paul Powell.
Who stars in The Ordeal?
The principal cast of The Ordeal includes Agnes Ayres, Conrad Nagel, Clarence Burton, Edna Murphy, Anne Schaefer.
When was The Ordeal released and how long is it?
The Ordeal was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Ordeal?
The Ordeal holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).