The Noose
“Not in years has the screen given you drama so realistic---so vivid---so appealing! A supreme characterization by the star of the immortal”
Synopsis
In this suspenseful silent crime drama, a hijacker proves his loyalty to his mother by killing his biological father, a blackmailing gangster who has been threatening to destroy the mother's happy marriage to the governor.
Top Cast
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Richard Barthelmess
Nickie Elkins
Montagu Love
Buck Gordon
Robert Emmett O'Connor
Jim Conley
Jay Eaton
Tommy
Lina Basquette
Dot
Thelma Todd
Phyllis
Ed Brady
Seth McMillan
Fred Warren
Dave the Pianist
Alice Joyce
Mrs. Bancroft
Will Walling
Warden
Robert T. Haines
Governor
Ernest Hilliard
Craig
Émile Chautard
Priest
Romaine Fielding
Judge
Yola d'Avril
Cabaret Girl
Corliss Palmer
Cabaret Girl
Kay English
Cabaret Girl
Cecil Brunner
Cabaret Girl
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 29, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Francis Dillon
- Screenplay & Story
- H.H. Van Loan, James T. O'Donohoe
- Original Title
- The Noose
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- First National Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Francis Dillon
H.H. Van Loan, James T. O'Donohoe
James Van Trees
Jack Dennis
Henry Hobart
Department Leadership Roster
John Francis Dillon
Director
Henry Hobart
Producer
James Van Trees
Director of Photography
Jack Dennis
Editor
Max Rée
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Noose
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What is The Noose about?
In this suspenseful silent crime drama, a hijacker proves his loyalty to his mother by killing his biological father, a blackmailing gangster who has been threatening to destroy the mother's happy marriage to the governor.
Who directed The Noose?
The Noose was directed by John Francis Dillon.
Who stars in The Noose?
The principal cast of The Noose includes Richard Barthelmess, Montagu Love, Robert Emmett O'Connor, Jay Eaton, Lina Basquette.
When was The Noose released and how long is it?
The Noose was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.