My Lady's Slipper
Originally released in 1916. My Lady's Slipper is a drama/romance film. directed by Ralph Ince. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Anita Stewart, Earle Williams, and Joseph Kilgour
Synopsis
In France during the reign of Louis XVI American naval officer Francis Burnham escapes from a British convict ship. He flees to Paris to see Benjamin Franklin only to find him away. At loose ends he becomes indebted to the Marquis de Tremignon who under threat of imprisonment involves him in an intrigue to compromise the Countess De Villars to force her into marriage. While unwillingly purloining one of her slippers the lady catches him, and they realize he had saved her at one time from highwaymen. After many contretemps, the Marquis is disgraced, and the Countess and Burnham are united.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 10, 1916
110 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Anita Stewart
as Countess de Villars
Earle Williams
as Lieutenant Francis Burnham
Joseph Kilgour
as King Louis XVI
Julia Swayne Gordon
as Marie Antoinette
Harry Northrup
as Marquis du Tremignon
Albert Roccardi
as Bucknall
William Shea
as Bucknail (per Variety)
George O'Donnell
as Duc de Riveau-Huet
Charles Chapman
as Benjamin Franklin
George Stevens
as Espiau
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Vitagraph Company of America
Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Lady's Slipper about?
In France during the reign of Louis XVI American naval officer Francis Burnham escapes from a British convict ship. He flees to Paris to see Benjamin Franklin only to find him away. At loose ends h...
Who directed My Lady's Slipper?
My Lady's Slipper was directed by Ralph Ince.
How long is My Lady's Slipper?
My Lady's Slipper has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was My Lady's Slipper released?
My Lady's Slipper was released on January 10, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in My Lady's Slipper?
The main cast of My Lady's Slipper includes Anita Stewart, Earle Williams, Joseph Kilgour, Julia Swayne Gordon, Harry Northrup.