Miss Lulu Bett 1921

Overview

Miss Lulu Bett is a 1921 American silent comedy drama film based on a bestselling novel and play of the same name by Zona Gale. The film was directed by William C. deMille with a screenplay written by Clara Beranger, and features a cast that includes Lois Wilson, Milton Sills, Theodore Roberts, and Helen Ferguson. The story follows Lulu Bett, who lives in the home of her sister Diana and Diana's husband, Dwight. One day, Dwight's brother Ninian arrives, and he and Lulu Bett engage in a mock marriage. Dwight declares the marriage to be legal, but it is later discovered that Ninian already has a wife. Following these events, the once-timid young woman gains newfound confidence after the failed marriage, much to the chagrin of her miserable family. The film was released in the United States on November 1, 1921, with a runtime of one hour and eleven minutes.