By Hook or Crook
Synopsis
Pampered Frederic "Freddy" Pritchard, warned by his father that he must work or be disinherited, learns how to crack safes to help his girlfriend Gloria Nevins, whose villainous uncle holds security for the family jewels, as well as the right to vote on the disposition of the Nevins Motor Works. After Freddy steals the papers with the aid of his valet Smithson, Gloria's uncle locks him in a warehouse to prevent him from attending a crucial stockholders' meeting. Freddy escapes and saves the factory for Mrs. Nevins, who gives him power of proxy. Pritchard, Sr., pleased with his son, consents to Freddy's marriage to Gloria.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 9, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dell Henderson
- Screenplay & Story
- Clara Beranger, Harry O. Hoyt
- Original Title
- By Hook or Crook
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- World Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dell Henderson
Clara Beranger, Harry O. Hoyt
Department Leadership Roster
Dell Henderson
Director
Clara Beranger
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About By Hook or Crook
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What is By Hook or Crook about?
Pampered Frederic "Freddy" Pritchard, warned by his father that he must work or be disinherited, learns how to crack safes to help his girlfriend Gloria Nevins, whose villainous uncle holds security for the family jewels, as well as the right to vote on the disposition of the Nevins Motor Works. After Freddy steals the papers with the aid of his valet Smithson, Gloria's uncle locks him in a warehouse to prevent him from attending a crucial stockholders' meeting. Freddy escapes and saves the factory for Mrs. Nevins, who gives him power of proxy. Pritchard, Sr., pleased with his son, consents to Freddy's marriage to Gloria.
Who directed By Hook or Crook?
By Hook or Crook was directed by Dell Henderson.
Who stars in By Hook or Crook?
The principal cast of By Hook or Crook includes Carlyle Blackwell, Evelyn Greeley, Jack Drumier, Frank Doane, Nora Cecil.
When was By Hook or Crook released and how long is it?
By Hook or Crook was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.