A Successful Adventure
Originally released in 1918. A Successful Adventure is a comedy/drama film. directed by Harry L. Franklin. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring May Allison, Harry Hilliard, and Frank Currier
Synopsis
Lionel and Daniel Houston both love a Southern beauty named Virginia, and when she finally chooses Daniel, Lionel angrily moves North and turns his full attention to the acquisition of wealth. Virginia dies in childbirth, leaving Daniel to rear little Virginia alone. A rich aunt promises to leave Daniel a fortune provided he resume contact with his brother, whereupon Virginia, determined to effect a reconciliation between the two men, answers Lionel's ad for a cook and settles into his luxurious estate. There Virginia meets and falls in love with Lionel's adopted son Perry Arnold, but faces stiff competition in Rose Mason, in reality a crook who hopes to obtain Lionel's secret stock market papers. In the end, Virginia not only unmasks Rose's plot and wins Perry, but reunites her long-estranged father and uncle.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Successful Adventure about?
Lionel and Daniel Houston both love a Southern beauty named Virginia, and when she finally chooses Daniel, Lionel angrily moves North and turns his full attention to the acquisition of wealth. Virg...
Who directed A Successful Adventure?
A Successful Adventure was directed by Harry L. Franklin.
How long is A Successful Adventure?
A Successful Adventure has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was A Successful Adventure released?
A Successful Adventure was released on July 15, 1918 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Successful Adventure?
The main cast of A Successful Adventure includes May Allison, Harry Hilliard, Frank Currier, Edward Connelly, Christine Mayo.