Just for Tonight
Originally released in 1918. Just for Tonight is a comedy/drama film. directed by Charles Giblyn. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tom Moore, Lucy Fox, and Henry Hallam
Synopsis
Theodore Whitney, Sr. asks his son Theodore, "Ted" Jr., to search for a missing stock certificate. During his search Ted meets and falls in love with Betty Blake, the niece of Major Blackburn, whose home was recently robbed. When a detective disguised as British nobleman Lord Roxenham arrives to investigate the case, Ted bribes the officer to let him play the role for one night so that he may be near Betty. As the love-struck young man is romancing his sweetheart, Lady Roxenham suddenly arrives, alienating Betty and throwing Ted into a panic. Lady Roxenham agrees to participate in the deception, but later Ted spies her breaking into the major's safe. After he alerts the household, she and the butler are revealed as notorious thieves. As the dust settles Ted and Betty confirm their love for each other.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 16, 1918
107 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Tom Moore
as Theodore Whitney Jr.
Lucy Fox
as Betty Blake
Henry Hallam
as Major Blackburn
Robert Broderick
as Theodore 'Ted' Whitney Sr.
Ethel Grey Terry
as Lady Roxenham
Maude Turner Gordon
as Mrs. Blackburn
Henry Sedley
as Crandall
Eddie Sturgis
as Detective Chase (as Edwin Sturgis)
Phil Ryley
as Butler
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Goldwyn Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Just for Tonight about?
Theodore Whitney, Sr. asks his son Theodore, "Ted" Jr., to search for a missing stock certificate. During his search Ted meets and falls in love with Betty Blake, the niece of Major Blackburn, whos...
Who directed Just for Tonight?
Just for Tonight was directed by Charles Giblyn.
How long is Just for Tonight?
Just for Tonight has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Just for Tonight released?
Just for Tonight was released on September 16, 1918 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Just for Tonight?
The main cast of Just for Tonight includes Tom Moore, Lucy Fox, Henry Hallam, Robert Broderick, Ethel Grey Terry.