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IMDbNR19181h 10mUnited States of America

The Caillaux Case

“The Supreme Sensation of Modern Times A Scandal of the War That Electrified the World”

Synopsis

Based on an international scandal that hit prewar France, when the editor of the Paris daily LE FIGARO, Gaston Calmette was shot to death by Madame Caillaux, wife of the Minister of Finance for his exposè of her husband's traitorous activities on behalf of Germany.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

September 15, 1918

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Richard Stanton
Screenplay & Story
Adrian Johnson
Original Title
The Caillaux Case
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
1h 10m
Production Studios
Fox Film Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Richard Stanton

Screenplay & Story

Adrian Johnson

Department Leadership Roster

Adrian Johnson

Writer

Richard Stanton

Richard Stanton

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Caillaux Case.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Caillaux Case

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Caillaux Case about?

Based on an international scandal that hit prewar France, when the editor of the Paris daily LE FIGARO, Gaston Calmette was shot to death by Madame Caillaux, wife of the Minister of Finance for his exposè of her husband's traitorous activities on behalf of Germany.

Who directed The Caillaux Case?

The Caillaux Case was directed by Richard Stanton.

Who stars in The Caillaux Case?

The principal cast of The Caillaux Case includes Madlaine Traverse, Henry Warwick, George Majeroni, Eugene Ormonde, Philip Van Loan.

When was The Caillaux Case released and how long is it?

The Caillaux Case was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Caillaux Case?

The Caillaux Case holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).