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Beckoning Roads

December 21, 1919 0h 50m

Originally released in 1919. Beckoning Roads is a drama film. directed by Howard Hickman. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Bessie Barriscale, Niles Welch, and George Periolat

Synopsis

When Marquita Shay, the adopted daughter of Canadian farmer John Grayson, reaches womanhood, Grayson enrolls her in a St. Louis boarding school where she meets and marries Humphrey Wells, the son of a wealthy financier. Treated like a servant by her in-laws, Marquita leaves the Humphrey's home to return to Grayson. She discovers that Grayson has committed suicide after falling victim to a phony stock deal perpetrated by Wells senior. Time passes and Marquita travels to New York where she becomes secretary to Baron Brinker who, with Wells, swindled Grayson. She brings Wells and Brinker to their financial ruin and reunites with her husband who renounces his father.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 21, 1919 106 years ago
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Runtime 0h 50m 50 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Bessie Barriscale Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beckoning Roads about?

When Marquita Shay, the adopted daughter of Canadian farmer John Grayson, reaches womanhood, Grayson enrolls her in a St. Louis boarding school where she meets and marries Humphrey Wells, the son o...

Who directed Beckoning Roads?

Beckoning Roads was directed by Howard Hickman.

How long is Beckoning Roads?

Beckoning Roads has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).

When was Beckoning Roads released?

Beckoning Roads was released on December 21, 1919 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Beckoning Roads?

The main cast of Beckoning Roads includes Bessie Barriscale, Niles Welch, George Periolat, Joseph J. Dowling, Emmett King.