An Amateur Orphan


1917

Film Details

Release Date
Jun 3, 1917
Premiere Information
not available
Production Company
Thanhouser Film Corp.
Distribution Company
Pathé Exchange, Inc.
Country
United States

Technical Specs

Sound
Silent
Color
Black and White
Theatrical Aspect Ratio
1.33 : 1
Film Length
5 reels

Synopsis

Marcia Schuyler, the daughter of wealthy parents, is watched over by Quincy, her strict governess. When Marcia's parents leave for Japan, Quincy is instructed to send the girl to boarding school, but Marcia, longing for freedom, instead switches places with Quincy's niece who is on her way to an orphanage. Marcia is adopted by Farmer Benton, and her cheerful presence soon changes the mood of the household as Farmer Benton loses some of his harshness and his son Dave develops from a black sheep to an ambitious young man. Upon learning of her parents' return and their frantic search for her, Marcia arranges for Dave to take her back to the city and receive the reward offered for her return. Dave remains in the city, taking a job in an office, and when he asks Marcia to be his bride, she consents on the condition that they return to the carefree country life.

Film Details

Release Date
Jun 3, 1917
Premiere Information
not available
Production Company
Thanhouser Film Corp.
Distribution Company
Pathé Exchange, Inc.
Country
United States

Technical Specs

Sound
Silent
Color
Black and White
Theatrical Aspect Ratio
1.33 : 1
Film Length
5 reels

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