Movie Description
Bringing Up Betty
(1919)Overview
During a lawn party at his New York home, steel magnate Theodore Morton claims he is bankrupt as a deterrent to Lord Dormer and the Duke of Medonia, two fortune hunters competing for his niece, Betty. After the suitors depart, unscrupulous Carl Gates is informed by his fiancée, banker's secretary Adele Shelby, that Theodore was lying. Carl pursues Betty, who accepts his proposal with the belief that the marriage will benefit her uncle. During a yachting expedition with Carl, Betty falls overboard and is rescued by architect Tom Waring, who is competing in a race. Tom wins with Betty on board, and a romance develops.
Featured Crew
Cast
Betty Morton
Tom Waring
Adele Shelby
Mrs. Potter
Duke of Medonia
Carl Gates
Theodore Morton
Silas Potter
Lord Dormer
Edna
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Facts
Original TitleBringing Up Betty
Status Released
Release Information
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1919-07-28
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 00h 50m
Production CompaniesWorld Film
Genres
- Comedy
- Drama
