Movie Description
The Life Boat
(1911)Overview
Old Captain Bill and his wife have an only son, whom they idolize. He loses all his money at gambling and drinking, and determines to do better in the city. After a short absence he writes his people that he has secured a good position, is saving money, and will be home before long. A year or two later he arrives in town and on his way to his home passes the old saloon he used to patronize. He cannot resist the temptation, and goes in. He falls in with a lot of bad fellows and is robbed. Ashamed to go home, he ships on board a sailing vessel.
Featured Crew
- Director : Jay Hunt
- Cast : William Shea,Mary Maurice,James Morrison,Charles Eldridge
Cast
Old Capt. Bill - the Father
The Mother
The Son
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Facts
Original TitleThe Life Boat
Status Released
Release Information
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1911-11-25
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 00h 11m
Production CompaniesVitagraph Company of America
Genres
- Drama
