The Parasite
Originally released in 1925. The Parasite is a drama film. directed by Louis J. Gasnier. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Owen Moore, Madge Bellamy, and Bryant Washburn
Synopsis
Arthur Randall becomes prosperous after divorcing his wife, Laura, and she now attempts unsuccessfully to win him back. Randall's son becomes ill, and he engages Joan Laird and her mother to care for the boy. Society misunderstands, and Joan is branded as a parasite. Laura kidnaps the boy, Bertie, and Joan gives chase. Laura's car goes over a cliff, and she is killed. Bertie survives the crash, however, and he and Joan attempt to find their way to a refuge. They become lost in the hills, and Joan manages to keep Bertie from dying until rescue comes.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 20, 1925
101 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- B.P. Schulberg Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Parasite about?
Arthur Randall becomes prosperous after divorcing his wife, Laura, and she now attempts unsuccessfully to win him back. Randall's son becomes ill, and he engages Joan Laird and her mother to care f...
Who directed The Parasite?
The Parasite was directed by Louis J. Gasnier.
How long is The Parasite?
The Parasite has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was The Parasite released?
The Parasite was released on January 20, 1925 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Parasite?
The main cast of The Parasite includes Owen Moore, Madge Bellamy, Bryant Washburn, Mary Carr, Lilyan Tashman.