Movie Description

The Girl Who Won Out

(1917)

Overview

Orphaned after the death of their mother, Nancy Grimm and her baby sister Ellen are taken to the country where Ellen is adopted by the wealthy Walsh family. Nancy keenly feels the loss of her sister, and when the judge rules that she cannot visit Ellen without permission, she throws herself onto a bench, winning the sympathy of young attorney Chester Noble. Nancy is then placed in the Wick's home where she is treated as a servant. Miserable, Nancy cuts off her hair and, dressed as a boy, runs away.

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Original TitleThe Girl Who Won Out

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1917-10-08

Original Language

Runtime 00h 50m

Production CompaniesUniversal Film Manufacturing Company

Genres

  • Drama