The Splendid Sin
"A tale of two women, the strong and the weak, and of exalted self-sacrifice in high life."
Originally released in 1919. The Splendid Sin is a drama film. directed by Howard M. Mitchell. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Madlaine Traverse, Charles Clary, and Jean Calhoun
Synopsis
Although they have a happy marriage, Sir Charles Chatham, an explorer, and his American wife, Lady Marion, have been unable to have children. After Charles goes to Egypt, his sister Gertrude and her sweetheart Stephen Hartley, an American consulate attaché, take refuge from a storm in a deserted tower. Frightened, Gertrude yields to Stephen's advances. Although he intends to marry Gertrude, Stephen suddenly is called to deliver supplies to starving women and children in Russia. Marion takes the pregnant Gertrude away to have her child, and notifies Stephen, who, because he is shot during Bolshevik rioting, returns too late to marry Gertrude, who dies after childbirth. To honor Gertrude's dying request, and to provide Charles with a much desired child, Marion telegraphs Charles that the baby is theirs.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Madlaine Traverse
as Lady Marion Chatham
Charles Clary
as Sir Charles Chatham
Jean Calhoun
as Gertrude
Wheeler Oakman
as Stephen Hartley
Elinor Hancock
as The Dowager Lady St. Aubrey
George Hackathorne
as The Honorable George Granville
Edwin B. Tilton
as Doctor Kent
Francis Carpenter
as Child
Virginia Lee Corbin
as Child
Ruth Royce
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fox Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Splendid Sin about?
Although they have a happy marriage, Sir Charles Chatham, an explorer, and his American wife, Lady Marion, have been unable to have children. After Charles goes to Egypt, his sister Gertrude and he...
Who directed The Splendid Sin?
The Splendid Sin was directed by Howard M. Mitchell.
How long is The Splendid Sin?
The Splendid Sin has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Splendid Sin released?
The Splendid Sin was released on September 14, 1919 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Splendid Sin?
The main cast of The Splendid Sin includes Madlaine Traverse, Charles Clary, Jean Calhoun, Wheeler Oakman, Elinor Hancock.