The Mystery of the Double Cross
Originally written for Pearl White, this silent serial is a great action-packed adventure starring Molly King and Leon Bary. This serial had fifteen chapters, each one two reels in length. The chapters were: 1. The Lady in Number '7' 2. The Masked Stranger 3. An Hour to Live 4. Kidnapped 5. The Life Current 6. The Dead Come Back 7. Into Thin Air 8. The Stranger Disposes 9. When Jail Birds Fly 10. The Hole-in-the-Wall 11. Love's Sacrifice 12. Riddle of the Double Cross 13. The Face of the Stranger 14. The Hidden Brand 15. Mystery of the Double Cross.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1917 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Adventure, Mystery |
| Director | William Parke |
| Runtime | 350 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The serial constructs its narrative through classic chapter-play mechanics, relying on perpetual peril and last-minute escapes. It explores themes of hidden identity and sacrifice within a framework of pure, propulsive adventure.
What lingers after the final reel is the charm of a simpler, action-driven storytelling era, where each cliffhanger promises renewed excitement. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: William Parke
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Best enjoyed in sequence, with the lights dimmed, to appreciate the relentless serial pacing.
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