The Little Orphan
Originally released in 1917. The Little Orphan is a drama film. directed by Jack Conway. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ella Hall, Jack Conway, and Gertrude Astor
Synopsis
Three bachelor buddies, David Clark (Jack Conway), Dick Porter (Richard LeReno), and Jerry Mathers (George Webb) adopt three Belgian children who have been orphaned by the war. David winds up with Rene Lescere (Ella Hall), who -- much to his dismay -- comes with a pet goat and chicken. But Rene comes to love her foster father and vice versa. In fact, she's determined to find him a wife who will also serve as a foster mom for her.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 18, 1917
108 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ella Hall
as Rene Lescere
Jack Conway
as David Clark
Gertrude Astor
as Emmeline Warren
Gretchen Lederer
as Mrs. Billy Hardwick
Dick La Reno
as Dick Porter
George Webb
as Jerry Mathers
George Hupp
as Henri Pelour
Chandler House
as Jean Bourget, as a child
Ernest Shields
as Jean Bourget (as Ernie Shields)
Margaret Whistler
as Fannie Harrison
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Bluebird Photoplays
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Little Orphan about?
Three bachelor buddies, David Clark (Jack Conway), Dick Porter (Richard LeReno), and Jerry Mathers (George Webb) adopt three Belgian children who have been orphaned by the war. David winds up with ...
Who directed The Little Orphan?
The Little Orphan was directed by Jack Conway.
How long is The Little Orphan?
The Little Orphan has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Little Orphan released?
The Little Orphan was released on June 18, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Little Orphan?
The main cast of The Little Orphan includes Ella Hall, Jack Conway, Gertrude Astor, Gretchen Lederer, Dick La Reno.