The Ragged Edge
Synopsis
Howard Spurlock, wrongfully accused of theft, believes police are seeking his arrest. On "the ragged edge," he takes refuge in China, where he meets and is nursed back to health by Ruth Endicott, daughter of a missionary. They marry and go to an island in the South Seas where, later, his innocence is proved.
Top Cast
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Alfred Lunt
Howard Spurlock
Mona Palma
Ruth Endicott
Charles Fang
Ah Cum
Christian J. Frank
The Wastrel
George MacQuarrie
McClintock
Charles Kent
Rev. Luther Enschede
Wallace Erskine
The Doctor
Charles Slattery
O'Higgins
Grace Griswold
Prudence Jedson
Alice May
Angelina Jedson
Percy Carr
Hotel Manager
Marie L. Day
The Aunt
Hattie Delaro
Mrs. Dalby
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 14, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- F. Harmon Weight
- Screenplay & Story
- Forrest Halsey, Harold McGrath
- Original Title
- The Ragged Edge
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Distinctive Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
F. Harmon Weight
Forrest Halsey, Harold McGrath
Department Leadership Roster
F. Harmon Weight
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ragged Edge
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Ragged Edge about?
Howard Spurlock, wrongfully accused of theft, believes police are seeking his arrest. On "the ragged edge," he takes refuge in China, where he meets and is nursed back to health by Ruth Endicott, daughter of a missionary. They marry and go to an island in the South Seas where, later, his innocence is proved.
Who directed The Ragged Edge?
The Ragged Edge was directed by F. Harmon Weight.
Who stars in The Ragged Edge?
The principal cast of The Ragged Edge includes Alfred Lunt, Mona Palma, Charles Fang, Christian J. Frank, George MacQuarrie.
When was The Ragged Edge released and how long is it?
The Ragged Edge was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
Is The Ragged Edge based on a book or true story?
The Ragged Edge is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Harold McGrath".