The Hillcrest Mystery
Synopsis
During a party held in honor of his daughter Marion, Thomas Sterling announces that he will turn over his shipbuilding plant to the United States government for the duration of World War I. Sterling wants Marion to marry his partner, Hugo Smith, but she prefers Gordon Brett, who proposes to her after the party. Marion's father catches the two in an embrace and orders Gordon out of the house. Later that night, Sterling is found murdered. Gordon is the principal suspect, but Marion refuses to believe he is guilty and hides him in the house. Later she discovers Smith sending a message to the Germans on a wireless hidden in the attic.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 29, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Fitzmaurice
- Screenplay & Story
- Ouida Bergère
- Original Title
- The Hillcrest Mystery
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Astra Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Fitzmaurice
Ouida Bergère
Department Leadership Roster
Ouida Bergère
Screenplay
George Fitzmaurice
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hillcrest Mystery
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What is The Hillcrest Mystery about?
During a party held in honor of his daughter Marion, Thomas Sterling announces that he will turn over his shipbuilding plant to the United States government for the duration of World War I. Sterling wants Marion to marry his partner, Hugo Smith, but she prefers Gordon Brett, who proposes to her after the party. Marion's father catches the two in an embrace and orders Gordon out of the house. Later that night, Sterling is found murdered. Gordon is the principal suspect, but Marion refuses to believe he is guilty and hides him in the house. Later she discovers Smith sending a message to the Germans on a wireless hidden in the attic.
Who directed The Hillcrest Mystery?
The Hillcrest Mystery was directed by George Fitzmaurice.
Who stars in The Hillcrest Mystery?
The principal cast of The Hillcrest Mystery includes Irene Castle, J.H. Gilmour, Ralph Kellard, Wyndham Standing, DeWitt Jennings.
When was The Hillcrest Mystery released and how long is it?
The Hillcrest Mystery was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Hillcrest Mystery?
The Hillcrest Mystery holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).