The Innocence of Ruth

The Innocence of Ruth

The Innocence of Ruth

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The Innocence of Ruth

1916

0h 59m

4.5(2 votes)

Drama

Overview

The young Ruth Travers, left an orphan after the death of her father financially ruined by Mortimer Reynolds, is welcomed at home by Jimmy Carter, a young millionaire who becomes her guardian. Ruth's winsome qualities gradually win Jimmy's heart. Meanwhile at a Charity Ball, Ruth meets Mr. Reynolds, who is contriving to ruin her virtue.

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Edison Studios

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Cast & crew

8 featured cast members

Starring

Viola Dana

Viola Dana

Ruth Travers

Edward Earle

Edward Earle

Jimmy Carter

Augustus Phillips

Augustus Phillips

Mortimer Reynolds

Robert Brower

Robert Brower

Stockbroker

Lena Davril

Edna Morris

T. Tamamoto

Togo

Brad Sutton

Mr. Travers

Nellie Grant

Housekeeper

Creative team

Directed by: John H. Collins
Written by: William Addison Lathrop
Produced by: Edward Lorusso

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