Idle Wives movie poster

Idle Wives

September 16, 1916 0h 30m 5.0/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 1916. Idle Wives is a drama film. directed by Lois Weber. At just 30 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Lois Weber, Phillips Smalley, and Mary MacLaren

Synopsis

Characters in the film attend a movie titled 'Life’s Mirror', where they see parallel, cautionary versions of their own lives. Only the first two of the original seven reels survive.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 16, 1916 109 years ago
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Runtime 0h 30m 30 minutes total
User Rating 5.0/10 Mixed (2 votes)
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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

  • Universal Film Manufacturing Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Idle Wives about?

Characters in the film attend a movie titled 'Life’s Mirror', where they see parallel, cautionary versions of their own lives. Only the first two of the original seven reels survive.

Who directed Idle Wives?

Idle Wives was directed by Lois Weber.

How long is Idle Wives?

Idle Wives has a runtime of 0 hours and 30 minutes (30 minutes total).

When was Idle Wives released?

Idle Wives was released on September 16, 1916 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Idle Wives?

The main cast of Idle Wives includes Lois Weber, Phillips Smalley, Mary MacLaren, Edward Hearn, Seymour Hastings.