The Duke's Dilemma - Production & Contact Info (original) (raw)

A Duke has arranged to marry a lady of fortune, but when the time comes for her presentation at his castle, the Duke realizes that he is financially ruined and that his court has deserted him. In the midst of his dilemma a theatrical ...See moreA Duke has arranged to marry a lady of fortune, but when the time comes for her presentation at his castle, the Duke realizes that he is financially ruined and that his court has deserted him. In the midst of his dilemma a theatrical troupe arrives to try and book an appearance at the castle. This gives the Duke his idea. He gets the actors to appear in costume as his court ladies and gentlemen and thus saves the day. The comedy lies in the peculiar court etiquette of the actors, and in the incidental flirtations between aristocrats and barnstormers. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less