Smashing Through
“Dare-Devil American Drama!”
Synopsis
Claim jumper Dave Marco and his boss Earl Foster, a crooked investment broker, hire chemist Ralph Brandon to falsify papers that a certain worthless mine is valuable then convince Ralph's mother to invest all her money in the mine. Ralph’s sister Holly meets Jack Mason, whose mine is actually valuable though not yet profitable, and they fall for each other. Once Mrs. Brandon finds out she has been duped, though forced into silence by the threat of having Ralph’s malfeasance exposed, and Marco attempts to jump Jack’s claim events come to a head until the happy conclusion.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 9, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elmer Clifton
- Screenplay & Story
- Walter Woods
- Original Title
- Smashing Through
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elmer Clifton
Walter Woods
Virgil Miller
Department Leadership Roster
Walter Woods
Screenplay
Elmer Clifton
Director
Virgil Miller
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Smashing Through
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Smashing Through about?
Claim jumper Dave Marco and his boss Earl Foster, a crooked investment broker, hire chemist Ralph Brandon to falsify papers that a certain worthless mine is valuable then convince Ralph's mother to invest all her money in the mine. Ralph’s sister Holly meets Jack Mason, whose mine is actually valuable though not yet profitable, and they fall for each other. Once Mrs. Brandon finds out she has been duped, though forced into silence by the threat of having Ralph’s malfeasance exposed, and Marco attempts to jump Jack’s claim events come to a head until the happy conclusion.
Who directed Smashing Through?
Smashing Through was directed by Elmer Clifton.
Who stars in Smashing Through?
The principal cast of Smashing Through includes Herbert Rawlinson, Neal Hart, Sam De Grasse, Sally Starr, Clarissa Selwynne.
When was Smashing Through released and how long is it?
Smashing Through was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.