Pidgin Island
Synopsis
John Cranford is a U.S. customs agent dedicated to stem the activities of a gang of opium smugglers. After successfully closing the case, Cranford takes a vacation on Pidgin Island, near Kingston, Ontario. Here he meets the beautiful Diana Wynne, whose mysterious behavior both fascinates and attracts him. It turns out that Diana is herself a secret service agent, bent on trapping notorious pearl smuggler Michael Smeed.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 25, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred J. Balshofer
- Screenplay & Story
- Fred J. Balshofer, Harold McGrath, Richard V. Spencer
- Original Title
- Pidgin Island
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Yorke Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred J. Balshofer
Fred J. Balshofer, Harold McGrath, Richard V. Spencer
Department Leadership Roster
Fred J. Balshofer
Director
Fred J. Balshofer
Writer
Richard V. Spencer
Writer
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.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pidgin Island
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pidgin Island about?
John Cranford is a U.S. customs agent dedicated to stem the activities of a gang of opium smugglers. After successfully closing the case, Cranford takes a vacation on Pidgin Island, near Kingston, Ontario. Here he meets the beautiful Diana Wynne, whose mysterious behavior both fascinates and attracts him. It turns out that Diana is herself a secret service agent, bent on trapping notorious pearl smuggler Michael Smeed.
Who directed Pidgin Island?
Pidgin Island was directed by Fred J. Balshofer.
Who stars in Pidgin Island?
The principal cast of Pidgin Island includes Harold Lockwood, May Allison, Pomeroy Cannon, Lester Cuneo, Fred L. Wilson.
When was Pidgin Island released and how long is it?
Pidgin Island was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is Pidgin Island based on a book or true story?
Pidgin Island is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Harold McGrath".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Pidgin Island?
Pidgin Island holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).