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The Corner Grocer

October 1, 1917 0h 50m

Originally released in 1917. The Corner Grocer is a drama film. directed by George Cowl. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Lew Fields, Madge Evans, and Lillian Cook

Synopsis

Kindhearted Charles Wendel, who has built his pushcart grocery business into a prosperous enterprise, adopts little eight-year-old Mary Brian after her mother dies in poverty. The little girl becomes the angel of the house, beloved by all. Wendel's dream is that his son Ralph will carry on the business, but when Ralph graduates from college, he decides that he is too good for the grocery business. Instead, he goes to work in a bank where he falls prey to swindlers who convince him to forge his father's name on a $100,000 check. When the forgery is discovered, the old man covers the check at the cost of his own financial ruin. Ralph, chagrined, leaves home to make good and soon after returns, prosperous, to wed Mary and restore the fortune and happiness of the Wendel family.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 1, 1917 108 years ago
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Runtime 0h 50m 50 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • World Film
  • Peerless Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Corner Grocer about?

Kindhearted Charles Wendel, who has built his pushcart grocery business into a prosperous enterprise, adopts little eight-year-old Mary Brian after her mother dies in poverty. The little girl becom...

Who directed The Corner Grocer?

The Corner Grocer was directed by George Cowl.

How long is The Corner Grocer?

The Corner Grocer has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).

When was The Corner Grocer released?

The Corner Grocer was released on October 1, 1917 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Corner Grocer?

The main cast of The Corner Grocer includes Lew Fields, Madge Evans, Lillian Cook, Nick Long Jr., William Sherwood.