The Innocence of Ruth (1916)
The young Ruth Travers, left an orphan after the death of her father financially ruined by Mortimer Reynolds, is welcomed at home by Jimmy Carter, a young millionaire who becomes her guardian. Ruth's winsome qualities gradually win Jimmy's heart. Meanwhile at a Charity Ball, Ruth meets Mr. Reynolds, who is contriving to ruin her virtue.
Director: John H. Collins
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 59 min
Release Date: January 26, 1916
Cast
- Viola Dana - Ruth Travers
- Edward Earle - Jimmy Carter
- Augustus Phillips - Mortimer Reynolds
- Robert Brower - Stockbroker
- Lena Davril - Edna Morris
- T. Tamamoto - Togo
- Brad Sutton - Mr. Travers
- Nellie Grant - Housekeeper
Screenplay
Production: Edison Studios
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
library of congress, silent film
More Films by Director: John H. Collins
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Innocence of Ruth about?
- The young Ruth Travers, left an orphan after the death of her father financially ruined by Mortimer Reynolds, is welcomed at home by Jimmy Carter, a young millionaire who becomes her guardian. Ruth's winsome qualities gradually win Jimmy's heart. Meanwhile at a Charity Ball, Ruth meets Mr. Reynolds, who is contriving to ruin her virtue.
- Who directed The Innocence of Ruth?
- The Innocence of Ruth was directed by John H. Collins.
- Who stars in The Innocence of Ruth?
- The Innocence of Ruth stars Viola Dana, Edward Earle, Augustus Phillips, Robert Brower, Lena Davril, T. Tamamoto.
- How long is The Innocence of Ruth?
- The Innocence of Ruth has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
- What genre is The Innocence of Ruth?
- The Innocence of Ruth is a Drama film.
- Where was The Innocence of Ruth produced?
- The Innocence of Ruth was produced in United States of America.