The Midnight Alarm
Synopsis
Shortly after being made the executor of a wealthy man's estate, a man murders his benefactor. He then makes a play for the widow, who rebuffs him. To escape his arduous pursuit, she takes her little daughter on a trip but dies in an auto accident. The daughter is rescued but disappears. Her grandparents spend years looking for her, as does the executor who killed her father--if she's found she'll inherit the estate and he won't get a penny. He aims to see that she's never found, and if she is he plans to see that she doesn't live long enough to make a claim to the estate.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 19, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Smith
- Screenplay & Story
- C. Graham Baker, James W. Harkins Jr.
- Original Title
- The Midnight Alarm
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Vitagraph Company of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Smith
C. Graham Baker, James W. Harkins Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
David Smith
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Midnight Alarm
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What is The Midnight Alarm about?
Shortly after being made the executor of a wealthy man's estate, a man murders his benefactor. He then makes a play for the widow, who rebuffs him. To escape his arduous pursuit, she takes her little daughter on a trip but dies in an auto accident. The daughter is rescued but disappears. Her grandparents spend years looking for her, as does the executor who killed her father--if she's found she'll inherit the estate and he won't get a penny. He aims to see that she's never found, and if she is he plans to see that she doesn't live long enough to make a claim to the estate.
Who directed The Midnight Alarm?
The Midnight Alarm was directed by David Smith.
Who stars in The Midnight Alarm?
The principal cast of The Midnight Alarm includes Alice Calhoun, Alice Calhoun, Percy Marmont, Cullen Landis, Joseph Kilgour.
When was The Midnight Alarm released and how long is it?
The Midnight Alarm was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.