Dimples
Originally released in 1916. Dimples is a drama film. directed by Edgar Jones. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mary Miles Minter, William Cowper, and John J. Donough
Synopsis
After the death of her father, a friend hides Dimples' inheritance in a doll, which Dimples carries to her new home at her aunt's boardinghouse. Meanwhile, having just ended his engagement to Eugenia Abbott and now looking for rest and relaxation, the wealthy Robert Stanley also becomes a boarder at the aunt's, and he and Dimples quickly fall in love. Then a stock market panic puts a severe strain on Robert's assets, and he must get a lot of cash in order to avoid a disaster. Dimples finds out, takes the money from the doll, gives it to Robert's broker and, as a result, saves her sweetheart's financial empire. Once again solvent, Robert can let his mind move back to romance, and so he and Dimples start planning their marriage.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 13, 1916
110 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Mary Miles Minter
as Dimples
William Cowper
as Her Father
John J. Donough
as Horton
Thomas Carrigan
as Robert Stanley
Schuyler Ladd
as Joseph Langdon
Ferdinand Tidmarsh
as Melbourne Howard (as Fred Tidmarsh)
Peggy Hopkins Joyce
as Eugenia Abbott (as Peggy Hopkins)
Charlotte Shelby
as Mrs. Riley
Harry Ford
as Tom Craig
William Rausher
as Minister
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dimples about?
After the death of her father, a friend hides Dimples' inheritance in a doll, which Dimples carries to her new home at her aunt's boardinghouse. Meanwhile, having just ended his engagement to Eugen...
Who directed Dimples?
Dimples was directed by Edgar Jones.
How long is Dimples?
Dimples has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Dimples released?
Dimples was released on February 13, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dimples?
The main cast of Dimples includes Mary Miles Minter, William Cowper, John J. Donough, Thomas Carrigan, Schuyler Ladd.