

Synthetic Sin
1929-01-06 · 72 min · ★ 10.0
A young woman impulsively marries a young playwright who whisks her away to New York promises her a role in his next production. Unfortunately the production is a disaster and her husband proclaims her unfit for the role. Rather then return home in defeat, she stays in New York and accidentally gets involved with some vicious gangsters.
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- Directors
- William A. Seiter
- Production companies
- First National Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Colleen MooreBetty Fairfax
Antonio MorenoDonald Anthony
Edythe ChapmanMrs. Fairfax
Kathryn McGuireMargery, Betty's sister
Gertrude HowardCassie / de: Mandy
Gertrude AstorSheila Kelly
Ray TurnerSam
Montagu LoveBrandy Mulane
Ben Hendricks Jr.Frank
Philip SleemanTonyTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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