Rich Man, Poor Man (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film
Released in 1918, Rich Man, Poor Man is a drama and romance film directed by J. Searle Dawley, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Born and raised in poverty, Marguerite Clark has learned to expect very little out of life and thus is rather surprised to learn that she is the niece of a wealthy financier. Alas, this puts a crimp in her romance with a handsome young architect, who has long despised the financier for causing the downfall of the architect's father.
Who’s in it. Rich Man, Poor Man stars Marguerite Clark as Betty Wynne, Richard Barthelmess as Bayard Varick, George Backus as Henry Mapleson and Frederick Warde as John K. Beeston, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rich Man, Poor Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rich Man, Poor Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rich Man, Poor Man (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rich Man, Poor Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Rich Man, Poor Man?
- Rich Man, Poor Man stars Marguerite Clark, Richard Barthelmess, George Backus, Frederick Warde and J.W. Herbert.
- When was Rich Man, Poor Man released?
- Rich Man, Poor Man was released in 1918, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.