
Blind Man's Luck
“MOLLIE KING In An EXciting Photoplay of Twentieth Century Smugglers and the Long Arm of the Law, weaving An Atmosphere of Mystery About the Beautiful Young Heroine In BLIND MAN'S LUCK”
Synopsis
Suspected of smuggling, Eileen Caverly boards the Connecticut Limited where she befriends Helen Raymond who is traveling with her new husband Bob Guerton. Helen confides they had recently married impulsively, the service performed by a justice of the peace. Shortly after their talk the train is wrecked, Helen is killed and Bob injured. Seizing the opportunity Eileen poses as Bob's wife to avoid capture. Bob’s mother visits him, learning that they were married by a Justice of the Peace, insists they be married by a minister. Bob becomes successful with Eileen’s support, and they have a son. All is well until Cromwel Crow, who knows of Eileen's past, is released from jail. Demanding $5000 for his silence they struggle, Bob enters and in the ensuing fight, Crow is killed. Eileen's secret dies with her adversary, freeing her to continue her life.
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June 10, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Fitzmaurice
- Screenplay & Story
- George B. Seitz
- Original Title
- Blind Man's Luck
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Astra Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Fitzmaurice
George B. Seitz
Arthur C. Miller
Department Leadership Roster
George Fitzmaurice
Director
George B. Seitz
Writer
Arthur C. Miller
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Blind Man's Luck.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blind Man's Luck
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Blind Man's Luck about?
Suspected of smuggling, Eileen Caverly boards the Connecticut Limited where she befriends Helen Raymond who is traveling with her new husband Bob Guerton. Helen confides they had recently married impulsively, the service performed by a justice of the peace. Shortly after their talk the train is wrecked, Helen is killed and Bob injured. Seizing the opportunity Eileen poses as Bob's wife to avoid capture. Bob’s mother visits him, learning that they were married by a Justice of the Peace, insists they be married by a minister. Bob becomes successful with Eileen’s support, and they have a son. All is well until Cromwel Crow, who knows of Eileen's past, is released from jail. Demanding $5000 for his silence they struggle, Bob enters and in the ensuing fight, Crow is killed. Eileen's secret dies with her adversary, freeing her to continue her life.
Who directed Blind Man's Luck?
Blind Man's Luck was directed by George Fitzmaurice.
Who stars in Blind Man's Luck?
The principal cast of Blind Man's Luck includes Mollie King, Earle Foxe, Riley Hatch, Zeffie Tilbury, Helene Chadwick.
When was Blind Man's Luck released and how long is it?
Blind Man's Luck was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.
















