The green-eyed monster takes hold of Homer Withington, a successful businessman due to his judicious use of intellect in business and a lack of it in his role as a husband. As a result, his wife, Helen, suffers a terrible existence fueled by jealous fears, and their young daughter Beatrice lives amidst turmoil and suspicion.
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George Periolat as Homer Withington
Vivian Rich as Helen Withington
Gayne Whitman as Randolph Truax
Louise Lester as Margaret Stone
Robert Klein as Captain Calkins
Carl M. Leviness Director
United States 05 June 1916
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