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The Ruling Passion
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The Ruling Passion

1922-01-22 · 70 min · Not rated

Comedy

A millionaire's health deteriorates when his doctor and family prevail upon him to retire.

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Directors
F. Harmon Weight
Production companies
Distinctive Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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George ArlissGeorge ArlissJames Alden
Doris KenyonDoris KenyonAngie Alden
Ida DarlingIda DarlingMrs. Alden
Jack W. JohnstonJack W. JohnstonPeterson
Ernest HilliardErnest HilliardCarter Andrews
Edward BurnsBill Merrick

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