The Derelict
Synopsis
Loutish Teddy Brant feeling trapped by his marriage and family commitments to the sweet Rose and their infant daughter Helen fakes his suicide and embarks on a dissolute life. Thinking herself free Rose remarries, and time passes contently. Years later, Teddy, now a hopeless derelict, wanders the country straying one night into the waiting room of a train station. He sees a young girl being accosted by an elderly gentleman who tries to entice her home. Teddy thinks nothing of the incident until he finds a purse lying on the seat and learns that the girl is his daughter Helen. Teddy hastens after them and in the ensuing fight, strangles Helen's assailant and then flees. Helen is arrested for the murder but is acquitted when Teddy staggers into the police station and confesses to the crime.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 16, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carl Harbaugh
- Screenplay & Story
- Carl Harbaugh
- Original Title
- The Derelict
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carl Harbaugh
Carl Harbaugh
Department Leadership Roster
Carl Harbaugh
Director
Carl Harbaugh
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Derelict.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Derelict
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What is The Derelict about?
Loutish Teddy Brant feeling trapped by his marriage and family commitments to the sweet Rose and their infant daughter Helen fakes his suicide and embarks on a dissolute life. Thinking herself free Rose remarries, and time passes contently. Years later, Teddy, now a hopeless derelict, wanders the country straying one night into the waiting room of a train station. He sees a young girl being accosted by an elderly gentleman who tries to entice her home. Teddy thinks nothing of the incident until he finds a purse lying on the seat and learns that the girl is his daughter Helen. Teddy hastens after them and in the ensuing fight, strangles Helen's assailant and then flees. Helen is arrested for the murder but is acquitted when Teddy staggers into the police station and confesses to the crime.
Who directed The Derelict?
The Derelict was directed by Carl Harbaugh.
Who stars in The Derelict?
The principal cast of The Derelict includes Stuart Holmes, Wanda Hawley, Vinnie Burns, Dan Mason, Carl Eckstrom.
When was The Derelict released and how long is it?
The Derelict was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.