Marriage Morals (1923): cast, story & where to watch

1923 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1923, Marriage Morals is a drama and romance film directed by William Nigh, running about 70 minutes.

What it’s about. Harry Ryan, a wealthy spendthrift, falls in love with Mary Gardner, a beauty shop employee, and marries her. Mary, discouraged because she is unable to cure Ryan of his dissolute ways, leaves him. She returns after a change of heart to find her husband bedridden and despondent. At the moment of reconciliation it is revealed that in reality Mary, unattached, was only dreaming, as the result of reading a book entitled Marriage Morals, by J. C. Black.

Who’s in it. Marriage Morals stars Tom Moore as Young Harry Ryan, Ann Forrest as Mary Gardner, Russell Griffin as Harry Jr and John Goldsworthy as J.C. Black, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Marriage Morals 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 Marriage Morals page.

If you liked it. Fans of Marriage Morals tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Marriage Morals (1923)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Marriage Morals change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Marriage Morals worth watching?
Marriage Morals holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Marriage Morals?
Marriage Morals stars Tom Moore, Ann Forrest, Russell Griffin, John Goldsworthy and Harry T. Morey.
When was Marriage Morals released?
Marriage Morals was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.