The Lure of the Gown (1909): Cast
The Lure of the Gown is a 1909 short comedy drama directed by D.W. Griffith, starring Marion Leonard as Isabelle, Harry Solter and Florence Lawrence. It runs 6 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 6 min
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Lure of the Gown About?
The premise of The Lure of the Gown without spoilers.
Isabelle arrives in a stunning, expertly crafted gown that instantly captivates the men around her. Enrico, the beloved street‑singer boyfriend of Veronica, becomes obsessed and abandons Veronica, leaving the poor girl weeping in the park. Her tears attract a wealthy young couple, who learn that a single elegant dress can destroy love and loyalty.
The Lure of the Gown Cast & Characters
Marion Leonard leads the cast as Isabelle, with Harry Solter as Enrico and Florence Lawrence as Veronica. Directed by D.W. Griffith; 16 actors are credited in all.
- Director D.W. Griffith
- Marion Leonard as Isabelle
- Harry Solter as Enrico
- Florence Lawrence as Veronica
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Owen Moore as Rich Man
Also Starring in The Lure of the Gown
· 12 more- Mack Sennett At Dance
- Arthur V. Johnson At Dance
- Linda Arvidson Rich Woman
- Dorothy West At Dance
- Herbert Prior Man on Street
- Charles Inslee Second Suitor
- John R. Cumpson Man on Street / At Dance
- David Miles Butler / Man on Street
- Anita Hendrie Veronica's Partner
- Edwin August
- Adele DeGarde Child on Street
- Vivian Prescott
More from D.W. Griffith
More films directed by D.W. Griffith, best-rated first: Intolerance, The Struggle, Abraham Lincoln and Lady of the Pavements.
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The Lure of the Gown FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Lure of the Gown, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Lure of the Gown?
The Lure of the Gown runs 6 minutes.
When was The Lure of the Gown released?
The Lure of the Gown was released on March 15, 1909.
Who directed The Lure of the Gown?
The Lure of the Gown was directed by D.W. Griffith.
More films by D.W. Griffith Who is in the cast of The Lure of the Gown?
The Lure of the Gown stars Marion Leonard as Isabelle, Harry Solter as Enrico and Florence Lawrence as Veronica, among 16 credited actors.
Does The Lure of the Gown have a post-credit scene?
No. The Lure of the Gown has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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