The Heir of the Ages (1917)
Hugh Payne owns and operates a mine in the West, supporting his brother Larry's luxurious life style. Hugh has nurtured Abby Hope, a young girl with whom he has fallen in love. When Larry comes to visit, he and Abby decide to get married, and to spare Abby's feelings, Hugh pretends that he is infatuated with another woman.
Director:
Edward LeSaint
Writer:
William Addison Lathrop
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House Peters as Hugh Payne |
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Eugene Pallette as Larry Payne |
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Nina Byron as Abby Hope |
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Henry A. Barrows as Kearney |
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Adele Farrington as The Duchess |
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John Burton as Mr. Hope |
| Directing | Edward LeSaint | Director |
| Writing | William Addison Lathrop | Screenplay |
| Camera | Allen M. Davey | Director of Photography |