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8.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19231h 12mUnited States of America

Lost in a Big City

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Synopsis

Prospector Harry Farley returns from Alaska to find that his sister, Helen, has gone to New York with Florence, her blind daughter, after being deserted by her husband, Richard Norman. Under the name of Sidney Heaton, Norman has married Blanche Maberly and fallen in with a bootlegging gang while succumbing to the blackmail of Dick Watkins. Helen dies, Heaton kidnaps Florence, but Harry tracks him to the Adirondacks.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

March 30, 1923

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
George Irving
Screenplay & Story
Lillian Case Russell, N.S. Woods
Original Title
Lost in a Big City
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
1h 12m
Production Studios
Blazed Trail Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

George Irving

Screenplay & Story

Lillian Case Russell, N.S. Woods

Director of Photography

Joseph Settle

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:N.S. Woods

Department Leadership Roster

George Irving

George Irving

Director

Joseph Settle

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Lost in a Big City.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lost in a Big City

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Lost in a Big City about?

Prospector Harry Farley returns from Alaska to find that his sister, Helen, has gone to New York with Florence, her blind daughter, after being deserted by her husband, Richard Norman. Under the name of Sidney Heaton, Norman has married Blanche Maberly and fallen in with a bootlegging gang while succumbing to the blackmail of Dick Watkins. Helen dies, Heaton kidnaps Florence, but Harry tracks him to the Adirondacks.

Who directed Lost in a Big City?

Lost in a Big City was directed by George Irving.

Who stars in Lost in a Big City?

The principal cast of Lost in a Big City includes John Lowell, Baby Ivy Ward, Jane Thomas, Evangeline Russell, Eddie Phillips.

When was Lost in a Big City released and how long is it?

Lost in a Big City was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.

Is Lost in a Big City based on a book or true story?

Lost in a Big City is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "N.S. Woods".