Heiress For a Day (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film
Released in 1918, Heiress For a Day is a comedy and drama film directed by John Francis Dillon, running about 55 minutes.
What it’s about. Working as a manicurist at the Ritz, Helen Thurston, is in love with her wealthy patron, Jack Standring, but the young man's mother wants him to marry a rich debutante. Helen is informed that she has inherited her grandfather's millions, and she proceeds as quickly as possible to acquire expensive clothing and jewelry on credit. Jack, however, is not impressed. Soon Helen learns that she has inherited only $1,000, the remainder of the fortune having gone to her cousin Spindrift. The creditors hound her for their money, and at a grand ball at the Standring home, a detective threatens to arrest her. Touched by her poverty, Jack decides to elope with her. Finally Spindrift violates the conditions of the will, and Helen inherits the entire fortune.
Who’s in it. Heiress For a Day stars Olive Thomas as Helen Thurston, Joe King as Jack Standring, Eugene Burr as Spindrift and Graham Pettie as Old Hodges, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Heiress For a Day page.
If you liked it. Fans of Heiress For a Day tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Heiress For a Day (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Heiress For a Day change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Heiress For a Day?
- Heiress For a Day stars Olive Thomas, Joe King, Eugene Burr, Graham Pettie and Lillian Langdon.