Common Clay
"When night life people are made to face the daylight, everything is revealed."
Originally released in 1930. Common Clay is a drama film. directed by Victor Fleming. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Constance Bennett, Lew Ayres, and Tully Marshall
Synopsis
Young Ellen Neal gets work as a servant with the wealthy Fullerton family. She falls in love with the Fullerton's handsome young son. But he leaves her with child, and when she attempts to gain recognition for her child, the Fullerton family treats her as a blackmailer. But a surprise awaits them all.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 1, 1930
95 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Constance Bennett
as Ellen Neal
Lew Ayres
as Hugh Fullerton
Tully Marshall
as W.H. Yates
Matty Kemp
as Arthur Coakley
Purnell Pratt
as Richard Fullerton
Beryl Mercer
as Mrs. Neal
Charles McNaughton
as Edwards
Hale Hamilton
as Judge Samuel Filson
Genevieve Blinn
as Mrs. Fullerton
Ada Ince
as Hugh's sister
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fox Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Common Clay about?
Young Ellen Neal gets work as a servant with the wealthy Fullerton family. She falls in love with the Fullerton's handsome young son. But he leaves her with child, and when she attempts to gain rec...
Who directed Common Clay?
Common Clay was directed by Victor Fleming.
How long is Common Clay?
Common Clay has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Common Clay released?
Common Clay was released on August 1, 1930 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Common Clay?
The main cast of Common Clay includes Constance Bennett, Lew Ayres, Tully Marshall, Matty Kemp, Purnell Pratt.