The Millionaire's Double
Originally released in 1917. The Millionaire's Double is a crime/drama film. directed by Harry Davenport. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lionel Barrymore, Evelyn Brent, and Harry Northrup
Synopsis
After his wife has run off with another man, New Yorker Bide Bennington decides to stay in Europe. After hearing of his wife's death years later, he returns home but finds it lonely there and heads West. While he is gone his house is robbed, and the leader of the crooks, Richard Glendo, leaves Bennington's coat and identification on an East River pier. The newspapers pick up on this and announce Bennington's "suicide." Since he is now officially deceased, Bennington decides to start life all over again -- but first he must foil a scheme by a gang of con artists, who have forced pretty Constance Brent to pose as Bennington's widow so that they can lay claim to his estate.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 30, 1917
108 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Rolfe Photoplays
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Millionaire's Double about?
After his wife has run off with another man, New Yorker Bide Bennington decides to stay in Europe. After hearing of his wife's death years later, he returns home but finds it lonely there and heads...
Who directed The Millionaire's Double?
The Millionaire's Double was directed by Harry Davenport.
How long is The Millionaire's Double?
The Millionaire's Double has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Millionaire's Double released?
The Millionaire's Double was released on April 30, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Millionaire's Double?
The main cast of The Millionaire's Double includes Lionel Barrymore, Evelyn Brent, Harry Northrup, Louis Wolheim, H.H. Pattee.