Boston Blackie
Synopsis
Boston Blackie is a former prison inmate campaigning to outlaw Warden Benton's infamous "Water Cross" torture. Benton, however, is successful in his attempt to have Blackie arrested and returned to the prison, but his evil schemes are ultimately thwarted by Mary Carter, Blackie's girlfriend, who manages to alert the governor. Considered a lost film.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 6, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Scott R. Dunlap
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Schofield, Jack Boyle
- Original Title
- Boston Blackie
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Scott R. Dunlap
Paul Schofield, Jack Boyle
Department Leadership Roster
Scott R. Dunlap
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.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Boston Blackie.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Boston Blackie
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Boston Blackie about?
Boston Blackie is a former prison inmate campaigning to outlaw Warden Benton's infamous "Water Cross" torture. Benton, however, is successful in his attempt to have Blackie arrested and returned to the prison, but his evil schemes are ultimately thwarted by Mary Carter, Blackie's girlfriend, who manages to alert the governor. Considered a lost film.
Who directed Boston Blackie?
Boston Blackie was directed by Scott R. Dunlap.
Who stars in Boston Blackie?
The principal cast of Boston Blackie includes William Russell, Eva Novak, Frank Brownlee, Otto Matieson, W.C. Robinson.
When was Boston Blackie released and how long is it?
Boston Blackie was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Boston Blackie?
Boston Blackie holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).