The Cure That Failed
Genres
Overview
George is addicted to the flowing cup, and his friends all try to reform him. His intentions are good, but his will is weak and he cannot resist the companionship of bibulous friends. Drastic measures are resorted to, to cure him. One of his friends dresses as a woman, who presents a fierce aspect. When George awakens he is told that while under the influence of liquor he has married his woman, and she proceeds to assert herself. George is in a terrible mental state, but finally he sees the shoe of the "woman" who has forgotten to change those pedal protectors, and the scheme dawns upon him.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
6 min
Release Date
1913-01-13
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
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Vote Average
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Ford Sterling
George - the Drinker
Fred Mace
George's Female Friend
Mabel Normand
Mabel
Henry Lehmann
One of George's Friends
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