Overview

John and Katherine Colby decide to put off parenthood until he has become wealthy. Their friends, Tom and Grace Donaldson, decide to start a family right away. While John works his way up to a position of power at a steel firm, Katherine begins to question the wisdom of their decision.

Cast

Richard Dix, Leatrice Joy, John Bowers, Louise Lovely, Irene Rich, DeWitt Jennings, Dave Winter, Roy Laidlaw

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What is "The Poverty of Riches" about?

John and Katherine Colby decide to put off parenthood until he has become wealthy. Their friends, Tom and Grace Donaldson, decide to start a family right away. While John works his way up to a position of power at a steel firm, Katherine begins to question the wisdom of their decision.

When was "The Poverty of Riches" released?

The Poverty of Riches was released in 1921.

Who stars in "The Poverty of Riches"?

The cast includes Richard Dix, Leatrice Joy, John Bowers, Louise Lovely.