The Promise
Originally released in 1917. The Promise is a romance/drama film. directed by Fred J. Balshofer. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Harold Lockwood, May Allison, and Lester Cuneo
Synopsis
After an argument with his father, in which he is accused of stealing, Bill Carmody leaves home. His girlfriend Ethel is mad at him because of his carousing. So he heads out West, but he gets in a railroad accident and saves the life of Appleton, who owns a lumber mill. To reward Bill, Appleton gives him a job, and it doesn't take him long to discern that Buck Moncrossen, the camp boss, is crooked.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 19, 1917
109 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Yorke Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Promise about?
After an argument with his father, in which he is accused of stealing, Bill Carmody leaves home. His girlfriend Ethel is mad at him because of his carousing. So he heads out West, but he gets in a ...
Who directed The Promise?
The Promise was directed by Fred J. Balshofer.
How long is The Promise?
The Promise has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Promise released?
The Promise was released on February 19, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Promise?
The main cast of The Promise includes Harold Lockwood, May Allison, Lester Cuneo, Paul Willis, Lillian Hayward.