The Conquering Power
"Enter Romance-a young blood from Paris, into the life of Eugenie Grandet -a life of chintz and candle-light"
Originally released in 1921. The Conquering Power is a romance/drama film. directed by Rex Ingram. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rudolph Valentino, Alice Terry, and Ralph Lewis
Synopsis
Young playboy Charles Grandet is sent to live with his miserly uncle after his father loses his fortune. He and his cousin Eugenie fall in love, but his uncle sends him away and tries to arrange a marriage more to his liking (and profit!). Will true love triumph?
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 8, 1921
104 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Rudolph Valentino
as Charles Grandet
Alice Terry
as Eugenie Grandet
Ralph Lewis
as Pere Grandet
Carrie Daumery
as Mere Grandet
Bridgetta Clark
as Madame des Grassins
Mark Fenton
as Monsieur des Grassins
Ward Wing
as Adolphe des Grassins
Eric Mayne
as Victor Grandet
Edward Connelly
as Notary Cruchot
George Atkinson
as Bonfons Cruchot
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Conquering Power about?
Young playboy Charles Grandet is sent to live with his miserly uncle after his father loses his fortune. He and his cousin Eugenie fall in love, but his uncle sends him away and tries to arrange a ...
Who directed The Conquering Power?
The Conquering Power was directed by Rex Ingram.
How long is The Conquering Power?
The Conquering Power has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The Conquering Power released?
The Conquering Power was released on July 8, 1921 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Conquering Power?
The main cast of The Conquering Power includes Rudolph Valentino, Alice Terry, Ralph Lewis, Carrie Daumery, Bridgetta Clark.