The Necklace
Originally released in 1909. The Necklace is a drama film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rose King, Herbert Prior, and Anthony O'Sullivan
Synopsis
Mrs. Kendrick borrows a jeweled necklace from a friend for an important social event. The necklace is stolen, and Mr. Kendrick goes into debt to replace it. The thief discovers it's costume jewelry, but the Kendricks never learns the truth; Husband and wife struggle for years to pay off the huge debt.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 1, 1909
116 years ago
Runtime
0h 16m
16 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Rose King
as Harriet Leroque Kendrick
Herbert Prior
as John Kendrick
Anthony O'Sullivan
as Servant / Loan Clerk
Mary Pickford
as The Maid / In Pawnshop
Frank Powell
as Employer / Party Guest
Arthur V. Johnson
as In Pawnshop / Doctor / Party Guest
James Kirkwood
as Party Guest
David Miles
as Party Guest
Owen Moore
as In Jewelry Store / Party Guest
Billy Quirk
as In Pawnshop / Party Guest
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Biograph Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Necklace about?
Mrs. Kendrick borrows a jeweled necklace from a friend for an important social event. The necklace is stolen, and Mr. Kendrick goes into debt to replace it. The thief discovers it's costume jewelry...
Who directed The Necklace?
The Necklace was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is The Necklace?
The Necklace has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was The Necklace released?
The Necklace was released on July 1, 1909 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Necklace?
The main cast of The Necklace includes Rose King, Herbert Prior, Anthony O'Sullivan, Mary Pickford, Frank Powell.