Polly Redhead - 1917

Aside from the fact that Polly had red hair in abundance, she was not otherwise an exceptional child, save for one thing. She was willing to work and slave, if need be, to keep her baby brother, affectionately termed "The Lump," from being sent to the poor house. So she did housework and prepared breakfasts for John Ruffin, an attorney, and Hon. Gedge-Tompkins. John Ruffin's sister, Lady Osterly, has separated from her husband, and he holds their child. When Lady Osterly calls on Ruffin she is struck with the remarkable resemblance Polly bears to her own child. Ruffin and Lady Osterly formulate a plan to come into possession of her daughter, by using Polly as a substitute.

46min
1917
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10

Cast

Ella Hall profile pictureElla HallPolly Redhead
Gertrude Astor profile pictureGertrude AstorLady Caroline
Charles Hill Mailes profile pictureCharles Hill MailesDuke of Osterley
Gretchen Lederer profile pictureGretchen LedererLady Osterley
Louise Emmons profile pictureLouise EmmonsMrs. Meekin
George Webb profile pictureGeorge WebbJohn Ruffin

About Polly Redhead

Polly Redhead Overview

Aside from the fact that Polly had red hair in abundance, she was not otherwise an exceptional child, save for one thing. She was willing to work and slave, if need be, to keep her baby brother, affectionately termed "The Lump," from being sent to the poor house. So she did housework and prepared breakfasts for John Ruffin, an attorney, and Hon. Gedge-Tompkins. John Ruffin's sister, Lady Osterly, has separated from her husband, and he holds their child. When Lady Osterly calls on Ruffin she is struck with the remarkable resemblance Polly bears to her own child. Ruffin and Lady Osterly formulate a plan to come into possession of her daughter, by using Polly as a substitute.

Runtime: 46min

Extra details

Original Title: Polly Redhead
Original Language: English
Directed By: Jack Conway
Production Companies
Bluebird Photoplays