The Sunbeam
Originally released in 1916. The Sunbeam is a drama film. directed by Edwin Carewe. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mabel Taliaferro, Helen Alexandria, and Raymond McKee
Synopsis
Big-hearted Prue, living in the slums, and Danny O'Maddigan, a reformed crook, want to buy a birthday cake for Prue's 75-year-old grandmother. They live across the hall from Ellen Rutherford, the destitute widow of Steven Rutherford, Jr., who was disinherited by his father, a wealthy candy manufacturer. Prue, who works at the candy factory, gives Ellen the money that was meant for her grandmother's cake so Ellen will be able to care for her son Bobby. Frustrated over the loss of the money, Danny steals the price of a cake from the factory's safe, leaving the safe's door open in his haste to depart.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Mabel Taliaferro
as Prue Mason
Helen Alexandria
as Ellen Rutherford
Raymond McKee
as Danny O'Maddigan
Gerald Griffin
as Stephen Rutherford
Maggie Breyer
as Granny
Warner Anderson
as Bobby Rutherford
Lillian Shaffner
as Mrs. Helen Van Tuyl
Al Lee
as Launcelot Van Tuyl
Louis Wolheim
as Biff - the Brute
Eddie Redway
as Ike - the Rat
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Rolfe Photoplays
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sunbeam about?
Big-hearted Prue, living in the slums, and Danny O'Maddigan, a reformed crook, want to buy a birthday cake for Prue's 75-year-old grandmother. They live across the hall from Ellen Rutherford, the d...
Who directed The Sunbeam?
The Sunbeam was directed by Edwin Carewe.
How long is The Sunbeam?
The Sunbeam has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Sunbeam released?
The Sunbeam was released on November 27, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sunbeam?
The main cast of The Sunbeam includes Mabel Taliaferro, Helen Alexandria, Raymond McKee, Gerald Griffin, Maggie Breyer.