The Moth
1917, English. Directed by Edward José.
The Age-old story of "The Moth and the Flame" told in twentieth century style by the screen's most capable exponents of emotional acting.
Spoiled young heiress Lucy Gillam knows only a life filled with parties and flirtations until she falls in love with a man who loves only her money. She marries him, and after their child is born, she is confronted with life's harsh realities after her husband demands more and more money with which to support his mistress.
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Edward JoséDirector
- Norma TalmadgeLucy Gillam
- Hassard ShortA. Valentine Spencer
- Eugene O'BrienCpt. Bridgey
- Virginia DareNita Marbridge
- Adolphe MenjouTeddy Marbridge / The Husband
- Donald HallNed Cunningham / Lawyer
- Maude AllenMrs. Cunningham
- Frank KingdonLawrence Gillam
- Robert VivianTutor
- Kenneth WormsLarry
- Aida ArmandLucy's Little Girl
- Lorna VolareLucy's Little Boy
Details
- Released
- 1 October 1917
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Harry O. Hoyt, John B. Clymer
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The Moth runs 72 minutes (1h 12m).
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The Moth is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
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The Moth isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 October 1917. (Checked 1 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Moth?
If you liked The Moth, try Woman of Straw, Hungry Hearts, Eleanor the Great.
Who directed The Moth?
The Moth (1917) was directed by Edward José and stars Norma Talmadge, Hassard Short, Eugene O'Brien.