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Silver Wings (1922)

Movie ★ 6.0 90 min

Drama

Carr plays Anna Webb, whose husband John (Lynn Hammond) invents a new kind of sewing machine. The patent makes the family wealthy, and after Webb dies, Anna takes over the business. She puts her sons John (Percy Helton) and Harry Joseph Striker) in charge of the factory, while daughter Ruth (Jane Thomas) elopes. When Harry steals some money, the blame falls on John, who leaves town.

Edwin Carewe Director John Ford Director Paul Sloane Writer

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Quick facts

Released
May 22, 1922
Runtime
90 min
IMDb
tt0013603

Themes

Cast

Mary Carr Mary Carr Anna Webb Lynn Hammond John Webb Knox Kincaid John Joseph Monahan Harry Maybeth Carr Ruth Claude Brooke Uncle Andrews Robert Hazelton The Minister Florence Short Widow Martin May Kaiser Her Child Percy Helton Percy Helton John

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Frequently asked questions

What is Silver Wings about?
Carr plays Anna Webb, whose husband John (Lynn Hammond) invents a new kind of sewing machine. The patent makes the family wealthy, and after Webb dies, Anna takes over the business. She puts her sons John (Percy Helton) and Harry Joseph Striker) in charge of the factory, while daughter Ruth (Jane Thomas) elopes. When Harry steals some money, the blame falls on John, who leaves town.
Who directed Silver Wings?
Silver Wings was directed by Edwin Carewe, John Ford.
Who stars in Silver Wings?
Silver Wings stars Mary Carr, Lynn Hammond, Knox Kincaid, Joseph Monahan.
When was Silver Wings released?
Silver Wings is a 1922 drama film.
Where can I watch Silver Wings?
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