Strange Idols_
While visiting New York, lumberman Angus MacDonald is introduced to cabaret dancer Ruth Mayo by his friend Sinclair. Their romance culminates in marriage, and soon MacDonald takes his bride back to the Northwest. Ruth grows tired of the Northwest, and MacDonald returns with her to New York, where their child is born; but his business does not permit him to remain. One night Ruth returns to the cafe, dances with her old partner, and accepts an agent's offer of a European tour. Six years later, MacDonald learns that his daughter is dancing at the same cafe, and through her a reconciliation is effected between husband and wife.
Starring
Dustin Farnum, Doris Pawn, Philo McCullough
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Strange Idols was released 104 years ago in 1922.
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While visiting New York, lumberman Angus MacDonald is introduced to cabaret dancer Ruth Mayo by his friend Sinclair. Their romance culminates in marriage, an...
Strange Idols is a Drama, Romance film with a runtime of 0h 50m.
CAST (5)
Dustin Farnum
Angus MacDonald
Doris Pawn
Ruth Mayo
Philo McCullough
Ted Raymond
Richard Tucker
Malcolm Sinclair
VP
Vonda Phelps
Daughter at 7 Years Old
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What is Strange Idols about?
While visiting New York, lumberman Angus MacDonald is introduced to cabaret dancer Ruth Mayo by his friend Sinclair. Their romance culminates in marriage, and soon MacDonald takes his bride back to the Northwest. Ruth grows tired of the Northwest, and MacDonald returns with her to New York, where their child is born; but his business does not permit him to remain. One night Ruth returns to the cafe, dances with her old partner, and accepts an agent's offer of a European tour. Six years later, MacDonald learns that his daughter is dancing at the same cafe, and through her a reconciliation is effected between husband and wife.
How long is Strange Idols?
Strange Idols has a runtime of 50 minutes (0h 50m).
Who stars in Strange Idols?
The cast of Strange Idols includes Dustin Farnum, Doris Pawn, Philo McCullough, Richard Tucker, Vonda Phelps.
GENRES (2)
Drama
Romance