The American Beauty
The infant daughter of a wealthy couple is thought to be lost at sea, but she survives and is raised by a poor family.
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About The American Beauty
The American Beauty is a 1916 English-language drama film directed by William Desmond Taylor. The cast is led by Myrtle Stedman, Elliott Dexter, Howard Davies. It has a runtime of 0h 50m.
The American Beauty was produced by Pallas Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on June 29, 1916.
- Director
- William Desmond Taylor
- Writers
- Julia Crawford Ivers
- Release date
- June 29, 1916
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Pallas Pictures
The American Beauty cast & crew
The American Beauty was directed by William Desmond Taylor and written by Julia Crawford Ivers.
The cast features Myrtle Stedman as Ruth Cleave / Mrs. Ellsworth, Elliott Dexter as Paul Keith, Howard Davies as Herbert Lorrimer, Jack Livingston as Martin Ellsworth, Adelaide Woods as Mrs. Cleave, and Edward Ayers as Cleave.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by James Van Trees.
Is The American Beauty worth watching?
At 0h 50m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, The American Beauty is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The American Beauty
Myrtle Stedman
Ruth Cleave / Mrs. Ellsworth
Elliott Dexter
Paul Keith
Howard Davies
Herbert Lorrimer
Jack Livingston
Martin Ellsworth
Adelaide Woods
Mrs. Cleave
Edward Ayers
Cleave
The American Beauty — FAQs
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▸What language is The American Beauty in?
The American Beauty is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The American Beauty?
The American Beauty runs 0 hours 50 minutes (50 minutes).
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