Trial Marriage(1929)
A DRAMA OF THOSE WHO PLAY WITH LOVE AND LOSE
Trial Marriage Synopsis
Constance Bannister enters into a trial marriage contract with Dr. Thorvald Ware and finds happiness with him. She defies his wishes by dancing at a charity ball in a revealing costume, however, and he dissolves the contract, not knowing that she is with child. A year passes. Constance marries Oliver Mowbray, and Thorvald marries Constance's sister, Grace. Both couples are quite unhappy and later obtain divorces. Oliver and Grace go to Europe, and Constance and Thorvald are married in a civil ceremony, united by their love both for each other and for their child.
Trial Marriage (1929) is a drama film directed by Erle C. Kenton, released on March 10, 1929 with a runtime of 1h 13m. It stars Norman Kerry, Sally Eilers, Jason Robards Sr. and Thelma Todd. Viewers rate it 10.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Erle C. Kenton
- Writers:
- Sonya Levien
- Producers:
- Harry Cohn
- Production:
- Columbia Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Trial Marriage Cast & Crew
Main cast
Norman Kerry
as Oliver Mowbray
Sally Eilers
as Constance Bannister
Jason Robards Sr.
as Dr. Thorvald Ware
Thelma Todd
as Grace Logan
Charles Clary
as George Bannister
Naomi Childers
as Mrs. George Bannister, 1st
Rosemary Theby
as Mrs. Geoorge Bannister, 4th
Gertrude Short
as Prudence
Kane Richmond
as Party Guest (uncredited)
Ronald R. Rondell
as Party Guest (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Erle C. Kenton, written by Sonya Levien, produced by Harry Cohn.
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Trial Marriage Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 10.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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Trial Marriage – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Trial Marriage?
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The main cast of Trial Marriage (1929) includes Norman Kerry, Sally Eilers, Jason Robards Sr., Thelma Todd and Charles Clary. The film was directed by Erle C. Kenton. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Trial Marriage released?
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Trial Marriage was released on March 10, 1929 and runs for 1h 13m.
Is Trial Marriage worth watching?
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Trial Marriage (1929) holds an average rating of 10.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.