Wealth movie poster

Wealth

August 21, 1921 0h 50m

Originally released in 1921. Wealth is a drama film. directed by William Desmond Taylor. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Ethel Clayton, Herbert Rawlinson, and J.M. Dumont

Synopsis

Artist Mary McLeod, while returning to New York, discovers she has lost her train ticket; young Phillip Dominick, a millionaire playboy, offers her his drawing room, posing as her brother, and their friendship in time develops into love. They are married, and Phillip takes his bride to his wealthy mother, on whom he is financially dependent. Mrs. Dominick, however, has plans to separate the couple and marry Phillip to a society girl, and though Mary begs him to take her away, she agrees to remain until the birth of her baby. The grandmother assumes full charge of the child, but despite careful nursing the child dies, and a subsequent misunderstanding causes Mary to leave. Phillip finds her and promises to start a new life in their own home on his own resources.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 21, 1921 104 years ago
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Runtime 0h 50m 50 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Famous Players-Lasky Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wealth about?

Artist Mary McLeod, while returning to New York, discovers she has lost her train ticket; young Phillip Dominick, a millionaire playboy, offers her his drawing room, posing as her brother, and thei...

Who directed Wealth?

Wealth was directed by William Desmond Taylor.

How long is Wealth?

Wealth has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).

When was Wealth released?

Wealth was released on August 21, 1921 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Wealth?

The main cast of Wealth includes Ethel Clayton, Herbert Rawlinson, J.M. Dumont, Larry Steers, George Periolat.