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A Leech of Industry (1914): reparto, argumento y streaming

1914 · Película · ★ 7

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Released in 1914, A Leech of Industry is a drama film directed by Oscar Apfel, running about 20 minutes.

What it’s about. Newly immigrated from Russia young factory worker Irma loves Alex, and they plan to marry. When he is killed in an explosion a heartbroken Irma finds herself in the family way. Alex’s brother Ivan proposes marriage though it costs him the love of Margaret. Years pass and Ivan becomes successful in business, finding himself in competition with his former employer for a large contract. Margaret, still bitter at being spurned, works with Ivan’s competitor to steal information on his bid for the job. Ivan discovers the plot in time and a race to the state capital ensues between him on a special train and his adversaries in a car alongside. A collision leads to a divisive victory for Ivan who also comes to realize his heart truly belongs to Irma.

Who’s in it. A Leech of Industry stars Irving Cummings as Ivan Romanoff, Pearl Sindelar as Margaret Wright, Eleanor Woodruff as Irma Nelken and Edward José as James Wright, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, A Leech of Industry has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Leech of Industry page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Leech of Industry tend to enjoy Cadena perpetua, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Preguntas frecuentes

Where can I watch A Leech of Industry (1914)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Leech of Industry change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Leech of Industry worth watching?
A Leech of Industry holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in A Leech of Industry?
A Leech of Industry stars Irving Cummings, Pearl Sindelar, Eleanor Woodruff, Edward José and Riley Hatch.
When was A Leech of Industry released?
A Leech of Industry was released in 1914, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.