Sweet Kitty Bellairs (1916 film)

Sweet Kitty Bellairs is a 1916 American silent romantic comedy film directed by James Young, based upon the novel and play of the same name by Egerton Castle. The film stars Mae Murray in the title role.

The plot revolves around Kitty Bellairs, a charming and mischievous young woman in 18th-century England, who finds herself entangled in a series of romantic intrigues and comedic situations. She is known for her beauty, wit, and independent spirit, which often lead her into trouble. The film typically involves mistaken identities, societal expectations, and the pursuit of true love amidst a backdrop of elegant costumes and lavish sets.

While considered a popular film of its time, Sweet Kitty Bellairs is now believed to be lost. No known copies of the film are known to exist in archives or private collections. Details about the specific plot points and characterizations are derived from contemporary reviews and summaries. The loss of the film makes a complete understanding of its adaptation of the source material and Murray's performance challenging for modern film historians.