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IMDb191850mUnited States of America

A Nine O'Clock Town

“He was only a ribbon clerk, but he told them he had managed Gimbel's in New York. They believed him and told him to "go to it" at the local "Emporium." When he got through, he made them wish they were all "midnight devils" in a nine o'clock town."”

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Synopsis

David Clary runs a sleepy little dry-goods store in a sleepy little town. A vamp from the big city shows up, intent on taking Clary for everything he's worth by a combination of seduction and blackmail. But the day is saved by the ingenuity of David's corset model.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

July 28, 1918

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Victor Schertzinger
Screenplay & Story
Victor Schertzinger
Original Title
A Nine O'Clock Town
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
50m
Production Studios
Thomas H. Ince Corporation, Famous Players-Lasky Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Victor Schertzinger

Screenplay & Story

Victor Schertzinger

Director of Photography

Chester A. Lyons

Producers

Thomas H. Ince

Department Leadership Roster

Victor Schertzinger

Victor Schertzinger

Director

Thomas H. Ince

Thomas H. Ince

Producer

Chester A. Lyons

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Nine O'Clock Town.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Nine O'Clock Town

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

What is A Nine O'Clock Town about?

David Clary runs a sleepy little dry-goods store in a sleepy little town. A vamp from the big city shows up, intent on taking Clary for everything he's worth by a combination of seduction and blackmail. But the day is saved by the ingenuity of David's corset model.

Who directed A Nine O'Clock Town?

A Nine O'Clock Town was directed by Victor Schertzinger.

Who stars in A Nine O'Clock Town?

The principal cast of A Nine O'Clock Town includes Charles Ray, Jane Novak, Otto Hoffman, Gertrude Claire, Melbourne MacDowell.

When was A Nine O'Clock Town released and how long is it?

A Nine O'Clock Town was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.