The Law and the Lady (1924 film)

1924 silent film

The Law and the Lady

Directed by| John L. McCutcheon
Written by| Lewis Allen Browne
Produced by| Schuyler E. Grey
Starring| Alice Lake
Tyrone Power Sr.
Maurice Costello

Production
company

Marlborough Productions

Distributed by| Aywon Film Corporation

Release date

* December 18, 1924 (1924-12-18)

Running time

| 60 minutes
Country| United States
Languages| Silent
English intertitles

The Law and the Lady is a 1924 American silent drama film directed by John L. McCutcheon and starring Alice Lake, Tyrone Power Sr. and Maurice Costello.[1]

## Plot summary

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The Law and the Lady tells the compelling story of Marion Blake, a courageous and intelligent young woman who finds herself at the center of a high-stakes battle for justice and redemption. Marion's family, once prosperous and respected, is plunged into financial despair after being deceived by Cyrus Blake, a ruthless and manipulative businessman with a hidden agenda. Determined to clear her family's name and restore their honor, Marion embarks on a daring journey to uncover the truth.

Marion's quest leads her into the glittering yet treacherous world of high society, where appearances often mask darker realities. Along the way, she encounters Jack Langley, a charismatic and principled man who shares her desire to see justice served. Jack, who has his own reasons for opposing Cyrus Blake, becomes Marion's steadfast ally. Together, they form a bond built on trust and mutual determination.

As Marion and Jack dig deeper into Cyrus's schemes, they uncover a web of corruption, betrayal, and hidden motives that threaten to destroy not only Marion's family but also the lives of many others. Their investigation takes them through a series of tense and dramatic encounters, including confrontations with Cyrus's accomplices and moments of personal danger. Despite the risks, Marion's resolve never wavers, and her resourcefulness and courage inspire those around her.

The story reaches its climax in a gripping and emotional showdown, where Marion and Jack confront Cyrus Blake and expose his crimes to the world. The revelation not only brings justice but also restores Marion's family's reputation and financial stability. In the process, Marion discovers her own inner strength and the power of resilience, while her relationship with Jack blossoms into a deep and enduring love.

## Cast

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* Len Leo as Jack Langley
* Alice Lake as Marion Blake
* Mary Thurman as Minerva Blake
* Tyrone Power Sr. as John Langley Sr.
* Maurice Costello as Cyrus Blake
* Henry Sedley as Don Hollins
* Cornelius Keefe as Stephen Clark
* Joseph Depew as Office Boy
* Tom Blake as Bill Sims
* Joseph Burke as Butler
* Jack McLean as Hubert Townsend
* Rafaela Ottiano as Ma Sims

## References

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1. ^ Connelly p.372

## Bibliography

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* Robert B. Connelly. The Silents: Silent Feature Films, 1910-36, Volume 40, Issue 2. December Press, 1998.

## External links

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* The Law and the Lady at IMDb
* The Law and the Lady at the TCM Movie Database
* The Law and the Lady at the AFI Catalog of Feature Films

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