The Play's the Thing
Originally released in 1914. The Play's the Thing is a drama film. directed by Scott Sidney. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Walter Edwards, Leona Hutton, and Robyn Adair
Synopsis
Clifton Boyle, a lead actor in a disbanded theater troupe. Boyle returns home to find his sister dying; she reveals she married Harold Welles, another actor, who abandoned her and their deceased baby. Boyle swears vengeance on Welles. Boyle tracks Welles down and uses the theatrical world to enact his revenge, making a real-life drama out of his sister's tragedy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 19, 1914
112 years ago
Runtime
0h 16m
16 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Domino Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Play's the Thing about?
Clifton Boyle, a lead actor in a disbanded theater troupe. Boyle returns home to find his sister dying; she reveals she married Harold Welles, another actor, who abandoned her and their deceased ba...
Who directed The Play's the Thing?
The Play's the Thing was directed by Scott Sidney.
How long is The Play's the Thing?
The Play's the Thing has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was The Play's the Thing released?
The Play's the Thing was released on February 19, 1914 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Play's the Thing?
The main cast of The Play's the Thing includes Walter Edwards, Leona Hutton, Robyn Adair, Gladys Brockwell, Shorty Hamilton.