The Dupe
1916-07-14 · 20 min · ★ 8.0
A chauffeur named Frank gets caught between his wealthy employer, Mr. Rogers, and Rogers' wife, who loves Frank, and his own love interest, Florence, the wealthy ward Rogers is abusive towards. After Frank is framed by Rogers for theft and a blackmail scheme involving the divorce, Frank and Florence fall in love, while Mrs. Rogers is driven to the brink of suicide. Frank protects Florence from Rogers and ultimately, the lovers unite while the abusive couple suffers.
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Frank MayoFrank Jackson
Virginia NordenMarjorie Rogers
Neil HardinMr. Rogers - Marjorie's Husband
Lillian WestFlorence Milburn
Daniel GilfetherDetective TrowbridgeTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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