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The Ruling Passion

The Ruling Passion

The story of a man who just wouldn't give up business!

Genres

Comedy

OverView

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

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

70 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

22 January 1922

Country

United States of America

Cast

George Arliss

George Arliss

Doris Kenyon

Doris Kenyon

Angie Alden

Ida Darling

Ida Darling

Mrs. Alden

Jack W. Johnston

Jack W. Johnston

Peterson

Ernest Hilliard

Ernest Hilliard

Carter Andrews

Edward Burns

Edward Burns

Bill Merrick

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