Simple Souls movie poster

Simple Souls

May 23, 1920 1h 0m

Originally released in 1920. Simple Souls is a drama/romance film. directed by Robert Thornby. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Blanche Sweet, Charles Meredith, and Kate Lester

Synopsis

When the Duke of Wynningham, a "simple soul" who prefers science to royalty, meets Molly Shine, a London shop girl, he is enthralled by her love of books and begins to send her two pounds weekly so that she can purchase the books that she adores. Molly's mother discovers the money and, assuming that the duke is paying her daughter for immoral reasons, drags the girl to the duke's home, where she charges him with seduction.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 23, 1920 105 years ago
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Runtime 1h 0m 60 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Jesse D. Hampton Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Simple Souls about?

When the Duke of Wynningham, a "simple soul" who prefers science to royalty, meets Molly Shine, a London shop girl, he is enthralled by her love of books and begins to send her two pounds weekly so...

Who directed Simple Souls?

Simple Souls was directed by Robert Thornby.

How long is Simple Souls?

Simple Souls has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).

When was Simple Souls released?

Simple Souls was released on May 23, 1920 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Simple Souls?

The main cast of Simple Souls includes Blanche Sweet, Charles Meredith, Kate Lester, Herbert Standing, Mayme Kelso.