The Cure That Failed_
George is addicted to the flowing cup, and his friends all try to reform him. His intentions are good, but his will is weak and he cannot resist the companionship of bibulous friends. Drastic measures are resorted to, to cure him. One of his friends dresses as a woman, who presents a fierce aspect. When George awakens he is told that while under the influence of liquor he has married his woman, and she proceeds to assert herself. George is in a terrible mental state, but finally he sees the shoe of the "woman" who has forgotten to change those pedal protectors, and the scheme dawns upon him.
Starring
Ford Sterling, Fred Mace, Mabel Normand
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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The Cure That Failed was released 113 years ago in 1913.
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George is addicted to the flowing cup, and his friends all try to reform him. His intentions are good, but his will is weak and he cannot resist the companio...
The Cure That Failed is a Comedy film with a runtime of 0h 6m.
CAST (4)
Ford Sterling
George - the Drinker
Fred Mace
George's Female Friend
Mabel Normand
Mabel
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Henry Lehmann
One of George's Friends
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What is The Cure That Failed about?
George is addicted to the flowing cup, and his friends all try to reform him. His intentions are good, but his will is weak and he cannot resist the companionship of bibulous friends. Drastic measures are resorted to, to cure him. One of his friends dresses as a woman, who presents a fierce aspect. When George awakens he is told that while under the influence of liquor he has married his woman, and she proceeds to assert herself. George is in a terrible mental state, but finally he sees the shoe of the "woman" who has forgotten to change those pedal protectors, and the scheme dawns upon him.
How long is The Cure That Failed?
The Cure That Failed has a runtime of 6 minutes (0h 6m).
Who stars in The Cure That Failed?
The cast of The Cure That Failed includes Ford Sterling, Fred Mace, Mabel Normand, Henry Lehmann.
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Comedy