The Gilded Butterfly

The Gilded Butterfly (1926) is a drama, romance film directed by John Griffith Wray rated 9.0/10.

Left penniless after the death of her reprobate father Linda Haverhill procures a loan from John Converse, who is smitten with her. She squanders the money in an attempt to maintain her social position by going abroad. During the journey Linda falls in love with Army Captain Brian Anestry of the United States Army, but foolishly burns her possessions planning to file an insurance claim to tide her over. Arrested, she is involved in a wreck which just might provide an escape for both Linda and Brian from their troubles.

Cast

Alma Rubens

Linda Haverhill

Bert Lytell

Brian Anestry

Huntley Gordon

John Converse

Frank Keenan

Jim Haverhill

Herbert Rawlinson

Courtney Roth

Vera Lewis

Mrs. Ralston

Arthur Hoyt

Mr. Ralston

Carolynne Snowden

Maid