Lady Barnacle
Originally released in 1917. Lady Barnacle is a comedy film. directed by John H. Collins. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Viola Dana, Bob Walker, and Augustus Phillips
Synopsis
Krishna Dhwaj, the son of the Maharajah of Rhamput, is in love with Lakshima, the daughter of the Maharajah of Bhartari, but their fathers will not allow them to marry. Krishna is then sent to Harvard to get an American education. Lakshima, determined to kill herself when her father orders her to marry an old man, jumps into the ocean. She does not drown, however, but is rescued by George Morling, a Bostonian, who smuggles her on board his ship dressed in boy's clothing. George, the son of a minister, is engaged to a proper Bostonian woman. Although he has not behaved improperly, George fears that his fiancé and her father will not understand the situation, and so he hides Lakshima in a trunk. Once back in Boston, George's fiancé discovers Lakshima and is horrified, but after several misunderstandings, George and his fiancé are reconciled, and Lakshima is able to find and marry her Indian sweetheart Krishna.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Viola Dana
as Lakshima
Bob Walker
as George Morling
Augustus Phillips
as Maharajah Bhartari-Hari Pal Singh
William B. Davidson
as Krishna Dhwaj
Henry Hallam
as John Morling
Marie Adell
as Mary Fanning
Fred Jones
as Asok-Kuhan-Ray
Henry Leone
as Nizam of Bandorporia
Ricca Allen
as Anne Marble
Harry Linson
as Reverend Enoch T. Fanning
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lady Barnacle about?
Krishna Dhwaj, the son of the Maharajah of Rhamput, is in love with Lakshima, the daughter of the Maharajah of Bhartari, but their fathers will not allow them to marry. Krishna is then sent to Harv...
Who directed Lady Barnacle?
Lady Barnacle was directed by John H. Collins.
How long is Lady Barnacle?
Lady Barnacle has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Lady Barnacle released?
Lady Barnacle was released on June 4, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Lady Barnacle?
The main cast of Lady Barnacle includes Viola Dana, Bob Walker, Augustus Phillips, William B. Davidson, Henry Hallam.