For the Defense
Originally released in 1916. For the Defense is a drama film. directed by Frank Reicher. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Fannie Ward, Jack Dean, and Horace B. Carpenter
Synopsis
Two playboys stumble drunkenly home, where the owner falls asleep and the other attacks the maid. The butler intervenes and a fight results in the death of the assailant. A French girl, escaping from a pimp who kidnapped her, witnesses the crime. The butler convinces his master he is the killer, and must flee. He joins the girl but is caught. She helps police expose the real killer by going undercover as another maid.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 12, 1916
109 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Jesse L. Lasky Feature Play Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is For the Defense about?
Two playboys stumble drunkenly home, where the owner falls asleep and the other attacks the maid. The butler intervenes and a fight results in the death of the assailant. A French girl, escaping fr...
Who directed For the Defense?
For the Defense was directed by Frank Reicher.
How long is For the Defense?
For the Defense has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was For the Defense released?
For the Defense was released on March 12, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in For the Defense?
The main cast of For the Defense includes Fannie Ward, Jack Dean, Horace B. Carpenter, Camille Astor, James Neill.