Held by the Law
“A Murder in a Moment of Passion-The Victim's Best Friend Accused-Condemned-While the Murderer Makes Love to His Unknowing Daughter.”
Synopsis
Tom Sinclair sets out to clear his fiancée's father after he is wrongfully convicted and sentenced to hang for a murder actually committed by Tom's treacherous cousin, Boris Morton.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 10, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Laemmle
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Logue
- Original Title
- Held by the Law
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Laemmle
Charles Logue, Bayard Veiller
Jackson Rose
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Laemmle
Director
Jackson Rose
Director of Photography
Charles Logue
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Held by the Law
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Held by the Law about?
Tom Sinclair sets out to clear his fiancée's father after he is wrongfully convicted and sentenced to hang for a murder actually committed by Tom's treacherous cousin, Boris Morton.
Who directed Held by the Law?
Held by the Law was directed by Edward Laemmle.
Who stars in Held by the Law?
The principal cast of Held by the Law includes Ralph Lewis, Johnnie Walker, Marguerite De La Motte, Robert Ober, Fred Kelsey.
When was Held by the Law released and how long is it?
Held by the Law was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.