The Ruling Passion

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The Ruling Passion

"The story of a man who just wouldn't give up business!"

1922

1h 10m

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Comedy

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A millionaire's health deteriorates when his doctor and family prevail upon him to retire.

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6 members

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George Arliss

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Doris Kenyon

Angie Alden

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Ida Darling

Mrs. Alden

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Jack W. Johnston

Peterson

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Ernest Hilliard

Carter Andrews

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Edward Burns

Bill Merrick

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