The Home Maker
"It will start a discussion!"
Originally released in 1925. The Home Maker is a drama film. directed by King Baggot. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alice Joyce, Clive Brook, and Billy Kent Schaefer
Synopsis
A man's life seems to be falling apart. He's bored with his job, gets passed over for a promotion and, when the pressures get to be too much, he tries to commit suicide, but he even fails at that and manages only to cripple himself instead of killing himself. Forced to stay at home, he finds the role of "househusband" enjoyable--until his wife takes a low-paying job with his old company, and rapidly rises up the corporate ladder.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 22, 1925
100 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Alice Joyce
as Eve Knapp
Clive Brook
as Lester Knapp
Billy Kent Schaefer
as Stephen Knapp
Maurice Murphy
as Henry Knapp
Julie Bishop
as Helen Knapp
Frank Newburg
as Harvey Bronson
George Fawcett
as Dr. Merritt
Margaret Campbell
as Mattie Farnum
Martha Mattox
as Mrs. Anderson
Alfred Fisher
as John - the Janitor
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Home Maker about?
A man's life seems to be falling apart. He's bored with his job, gets passed over for a promotion and, when the pressures get to be too much, he tries to commit suicide, but he even fails at that a...
Who directed The Home Maker?
The Home Maker was directed by King Baggot.
How long is The Home Maker?
The Home Maker has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was The Home Maker released?
The Home Maker was released on November 22, 1925 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Home Maker?
The main cast of The Home Maker includes Alice Joyce, Clive Brook, Billy Kent Schaefer, Maurice Murphy, Julie Bishop.