The Expiation

The Expiation

1909
12m
2.8

2.8/10

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Overview

William is drawn to Edward's wife, Helen. Sensing his feelings might lead him into an affair, he decides to go away. As he says goodbye to Helen, Edward spies from behind a curtain. Soon afterwards Edward shoots himself, believing Helen can be happier with William. When William returns to convince Helen to become his wife, she refuses, blaming herself for Edward's suicide.

Status: Released

Language: EN

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Production Information

Production Companies
Biograph Company
Production Countries
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language

Quick Facts

Release Date October 21, 1909
Status Released
Language EN
IMDb ID tt0000858

Cast

Owen Moore
Owen Moore

John Waterbury

Marion Leonard
Marion Leonard

Helen Waterbury - John's Wife

Arthur V. Johnson
Arthur V. Johnson

William Trevor

Key Crew

D.W. Griffith
Writer
D.W. Griffith
Director