Restless Wives (1924 film)

Restless Wives is a 1924 American silent drama film directed by Gregory La Cava. The film stars Doris Kenyon, James Rennie, and Montagu Love. The screenplay was written by J. Hartley Manners, adapted from his play of the same name. The story centers around a wealthy woman who feels neglected by her preoccupied husband and is tempted by the attentions of another man. The film explores themes of marital dissatisfaction, temptation, and social expectations of women in the Roaring Twenties. While not considered a major cinematic achievement, Restless Wives is notable for its cast, director, and representation of marital issues common in its era. The film is now considered lost.