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The Rescue (1917)

Movie 50 min

Drama

After divorcing her husband Kent, actress Anne Wetherall returns to the stage. Upon receiving a plea for help from childhood chum Nell Jerrold begging Anne to save Nell's daughter Betty from marrying Kent, the ex-Mrs. Wetherall decides to journey to the Jerrold's home in the town of Wheaton to investigate.

Ida May Park Director Ida May Park Writer

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Quick facts

Released
July 23, 1917
Runtime
50 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0008508
Language
Studio
Bluebird Photoplays

Themes

Cast

Dorothy Phillips Dorothy Phillips Anne Wetherall William Stowell William Stowell Kent Wetherall Lon Chaney Lon Chaney Thomas Holland Gretchen Lederer Gretchen Lederer Nell Jerrold Molly Malone Molly Malone Betty Jerrold Claire Du Brey Claire Du Brey Henriette Gertrude Astor Gertrude Astor Mrs. Hendricks

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Rescue about?
After divorcing her husband Kent, actress Anne Wetherall returns to the stage. Upon receiving a plea for help from childhood chum Nell Jerrold begging Anne to save Nell's daughter Betty from marrying Kent, the ex-Mrs. Wetherall decides to journey to the Jerrold's home in the town of Wheaton to investigate.
Who directed The Rescue?
The Rescue was directed by Ida May Park.
Who stars in The Rescue?
The Rescue stars Dorothy Phillips, William Stowell, Lon Chaney, Gretchen Lederer.
When was The Rescue released?
The Rescue is a 1917 drama film.
Where can I watch The Rescue?
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