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The Grasp of Greed (1916)

Movie 50 min

Drama

En route to Australia, beautiful authoress Alice Gordon (Louise Lovely) is shipwrecked on a desert island in the company of wealthy book publisher John Meeson. Sensing that his days are numbered, and lacking pencil and paper, Meeson tattoos his last will and testament on Alice's lovely back.

Joseph De Grasse Director Ida May Park Writer

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Quick facts

Released
July 17, 1916
Runtime
50 min
IMDb
tt0006738
Language
Studio
Bluebird Photoplays, Universal Film Manufacturing Company

Themes

Cast

Louise Lovely Louise Lovely Alice Gordon Lon Chaney Lon Chaney Jimmie Jay Belasco Jay Belasco Eustace Gretchen Lederer Gretchen Lederer Lady Holmhurst C. Norman Hammond C. Norman Hammond John Meeson Lillian Leighton Lillian Leighton Louise Emmons Louise Emmons Shipwreck Survivor (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Grasp of Greed about?
En route to Australia, beautiful authoress Alice Gordon (Louise Lovely) is shipwrecked on a desert island in the company of wealthy book publisher John Meeson. Sensing that his days are numbered, and lacking pencil and paper, Meeson tattoos his last will and testament on Alice's lovely back.
Who directed The Grasp of Greed?
The Grasp of Greed was directed by Joseph De Grasse.
Who stars in The Grasp of Greed?
The Grasp of Greed stars Louise Lovely, Lon Chaney, Jay Belasco, Gretchen Lederer.
When was The Grasp of Greed released?
The Grasp of Greed is a 1916 drama film.
Where can I watch The Grasp of Greed?
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