The Ladder Jinx
Synopsis
Peter Stalton, retiring as a bank cashier, is anxious that his nephew Richard Twing should succeed him. The directors, however, appoint Arthur Barnes, engaged to Helen Wilbur, the president's daughter. Being highly superstitious, Helen makes Arthur promise to cross back under a ladder under which he has walked earlier in the day. In doing so, he is accused of robbing a house and is pursued by the police. Passing the bank in which he works, he sees two robbers making a getaway just as the president and Helen arrive. Arthur pursues the bandits in their car, accompanied by Helen. They are arrested and accused of robbing Stalton's house and the bank, but Arthur is cleared by Sam, the Negro janitor, who exposes Richard Twing as the culprit. Arthur is freed and is happily reunited with his fiancée.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 20, 1922
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jess Robbins
- Screenplay & Story
- Edgar Franklin, David Kirkland
- Original Title
- The Ladder Jinx
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Vitagraph Company of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jess Robbins
Edgar Franklin, David Kirkland
Irving G. Ries
Department Leadership Roster
Jess Robbins
Director
Irving G. Ries
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ladder Jinx
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Ladder Jinx about?
Peter Stalton, retiring as a bank cashier, is anxious that his nephew Richard Twing should succeed him. The directors, however, appoint Arthur Barnes, engaged to Helen Wilbur, the president's daughter. Being highly superstitious, Helen makes Arthur promise to cross back under a ladder under which he has walked earlier in the day. In doing so, he is accused of robbing a house and is pursued by the police. Passing the bank in which he works, he sees two robbers making a getaway just as the president and Helen arrive. Arthur pursues the bandits in their car, accompanied by Helen. They are arrested and accused of robbing Stalton's house and the bank, but Arthur is cleared by Sam, the Negro janitor, who exposes Richard Twing as the culprit. Arthur is freed and is happily reunited with his fiancée.
Who directed The Ladder Jinx?
The Ladder Jinx was directed by Jess Robbins.
Who stars in The Ladder Jinx?
The principal cast of The Ladder Jinx includes Edward Everett Horton, Margaret Landis, Wilbur Higby, Tully Marshall, Otis Harlan.
When was The Ladder Jinx released and how long is it?
The Ladder Jinx was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.