Believe Me, Xantippe
"A story of the East and West with all the pep, tang and vigor of American Manhood."
Originally released in 1918. Believe Me, Xantippe is a comedy/romance film. directed by Donald Crisp. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Wallace Reid, Ann Little, and Ernest Joy
Synopsis
George MacFarland, a wealthy young man who loves adventure, bets his friends Thornton Brown and Arthur Sole $20,000 that he can commit a crime and elude the police for a year. After he forges a check, George heads West and does escape arrest for nearly a year, despite the proliferation of police circulars bearing his name and his favorite expression, "Believe me, Xantippe." In a Colorado hunting lodge, he meets Sheriff Kamman's pretty daughter Dolly, who recognizes and tries to arrest him. According to the terms of the bet, however, he must be captured by a genuine officer of the law, which Dolly is not.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Jesse L. Lasky Feature Play Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Believe Me, Xantippe about?
George MacFarland, a wealthy young man who loves adventure, bets his friends Thornton Brown and Arthur Sole $20,000 that he can commit a crime and elude the police for a year. After he forges a che...
Who directed Believe Me, Xantippe?
Believe Me, Xantippe was directed by Donald Crisp.
How long is Believe Me, Xantippe?
Believe Me, Xantippe has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Believe Me, Xantippe released?
Believe Me, Xantippe was released on June 2, 1918 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Believe Me, Xantippe?
The main cast of Believe Me, Xantippe includes Wallace Reid, Ann Little, Ernest Joy, Henry Woodward, Noah Beery.