Married in Name Only
"A Most Novel and Intense Drama Based Upon Eugenic Principals."
Originally released in 1917. Married in Name Only is a drama film. directed by Edmund Lawrence. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gretchen Hartman, Milton Sills, and Marie Shotwell
Synopsis
Robert Worthing marries his sweetheart, Madeline Francis, but the wedding is ruined by his mother, who announces that because she and her parents are insane, he possesses tainted genes. Fearing that he will pass the disease on to his children, the bridegroom avoids his new wife and locks the door between their rooms. Deeply in love with Madeline, whom he is forced to love only as a sister, Robert considers suicide, but all ends well when the young man learns that he was adopted.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1917
108 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ivan Film Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Married in Name Only about?
Robert Worthing marries his sweetheart, Madeline Francis, but the wedding is ruined by his mother, who announces that because she and her parents are insane, he possesses tainted genes. Fearing tha...
Who directed Married in Name Only?
Married in Name Only was directed by Edmund Lawrence.
How long is Married in Name Only?
Married in Name Only has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Married in Name Only released?
Married in Name Only was released on October 1, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Married in Name Only?
The main cast of Married in Name Only includes Gretchen Hartman, Milton Sills, Marie Shotwell, Dora Mills Adams, William Desmond.