Movie

Trial Marriage

“A DRAMA OF THOSE WHO PLAY WITH LOVE AND LOSE”

★ 10.0(1)19291h 13m

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Good to know

Director: Erle C. Kenton
Release date: 1929-03-10
Runtime: 1h 13m
Language: No Language
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Columbia Pictures

About Trial Marriage

Trial Marriage is a 1929 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Erle C. Kenton, starring Norman Kerry, Sally Eilers and Jason Robards Sr.. It has a runtime of 1 hour 13 minutes. It holds an average rating of 10.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Trial Marriage in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Constance Bannister enters into a trial marriage contract with Dr. Thorvald Ware and finds happiness with him. She defies his wishes by dancing at a charity ball in a revealing costume, however, and he dissolves the contract, not knowing that she is with child. A year passes. Constance marries Oliver Mowbray, and Thorvald marries Constance's sister, Grace. Both couples are quite unhappy and later obtain divorces. Oliver and Grace go to Europe, and Constance and Thorvald are married in a civil ceremony, united by their love both for each other and for their child.

Cast

Norman Kerry

Oliver Mowbray

Sally Eilers

Constance Bannister

Jason Robards Sr.

Dr. Thorvald Ware

Thelma Todd

Grace Logan

Charles Clary

George Bannister

Naomi Childers

Mrs. George Bannister, 1st

Rosemary Theby

Mrs. Geoorge Bannister, 4th

Gertrude Short

Prudence

Kane Richmond

Party Guest (uncredited)

Ronald R. Rondell

Party Guest (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

romance

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Trial Marriage in New Zealand?+

Trial Marriage is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Trial Marriage on Netflix?+

Trial Marriage is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Trial Marriage?+

Trial Marriage has a runtime of 1 hour 13 minutes (73 minutes).

Who stars in Trial Marriage?+

Trial Marriage stars Norman Kerry, Sally Eilers, Jason Robards Sr., Thelma Todd and Charles Clary.

When did Trial Marriage come out?+

Trial Marriage is a 1929 movie directed by Erle C. Kenton.

What genre is Trial Marriage?+

Trial Marriage is Drama film.

Who directed Trial Marriage?+

Trial Marriage was directed by Erle C. Kenton.