Shackles of Gold_
Gibbs is a laborer at the docks who, through his hard work and good judgment, becomes a millionaire on Wall Street. He becomes acquainted with the Van Dusens, who have lost their fortune. Mrs. Van Dusen pushes her daughter Marie into a loveless marriage with Gibbs so that the family can retain its social standing. Gibbs realizes, however, that his money cannot buy his wife's affection.
Starring
William Farnum, Alfred Loring, Marie Shotwell
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Shackles of Gold was released 104 years ago in 1922.
Overview
Gibbs is a laborer at the docks who, through his hard work and good judgment, becomes a millionaire on Wall Street. He becomes acquainted with the Van Dusens...
Shackles of Gold is a Drama, Romance film with a runtime of 1h 0m.
CAST (8)
William Farnum
John Gibbs
AL
Alfred Loring
Charles Van Dusen (as Al Loring)
Marie Shotwell
Mrs. Charles Van Dusen
Myrta Bonillas
Marie Van Duser
WR
Wallace Ray
Harry Van Duser
Carlton Griffin
Donald Valentine (as C. Elliott Griffin)
EB
Ellen Burford
Elsie Chandler (as Ellen Cassity)
HC
Henry Carvill
William Hoyt
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What is Shackles of Gold about?
Gibbs is a laborer at the docks who, through his hard work and good judgment, becomes a millionaire on Wall Street. He becomes acquainted with the Van Dusens, who have lost their fortune. Mrs. Van Dusen pushes her daughter Marie into a loveless marriage with Gibbs so that the family can retain its social standing. Gibbs realizes, however, that his money cannot buy his wife's affection.
How long is Shackles of Gold?
Shackles of Gold has a runtime of 60 minutes (1h 0m).
Who stars in Shackles of Gold?
The cast of Shackles of Gold includes William Farnum, Alfred Loring, Marie Shotwell, Myrta Bonillas, Wallace Ray.
What is the rating of Shackles of Gold?
Shackles of Gold has a rating of 1.0 out of 10 based on 2 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
Drama
Romance