The Moth and the Flame (1915 film)

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The Moth and the Flame
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Directed by Sidney Olcott
Based on The Moth and the Flame
by Clyde Fitch
Produced by Daniel Frohman
StarringStewart Baird
Distributed by Paramount Pictures
Release date
  • May 13, 1915 (1915-05-13)
Running time
5 reels
CountryUnited States
Language Silent (English intertitles)

The Moth and the Flame is a 1915 American silent drama film produced by Famous Players Film Company and distributed by Paramount Pictures. It was directed by Sidney Olcott and is based upon the play of the same name by Clyde Fitch.

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Cast

Stuart Baird and Irene Hawley in the film The Moth and the Flame publicity photo A 1915.jpg
Stuart Baird and Irene Hawley in the film

Production notes

The film was shot in Jacksonville, Florida.


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