The Legion of Death
Synopsis
Princess Marya and her brother, the Grand Duke Paul of Russia, are studying in the U.S. when word reaches them that Rasputin is to be killed. Paul is seized by Russian secret service men, but through Marya's appeal to Captain Rodney Willard, he is released. In Russia, Marya participates actively in the Revolution, while Willard, with whom she has fallen in love, joins the Allied Commission. Deeply troubled by the influence of German agents in Russia, Marya organizes the Legion of Death, a fighting unit of peasant women, and leads them into battle against the Germans. The legion suffers defeat and Marya is captured, but in the end, she wins her freedom.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 13, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tod Browning
- Screenplay & Story
- June Mathis
- Original Title
- The Legion of Death
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tod Browning
June Mathis
Department Leadership Roster
Tod Browning
Director
June Mathis
Writer
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What is The Legion of Death about?
Princess Marya and her brother, the Grand Duke Paul of Russia, are studying in the U.S. when word reaches them that Rasputin is to be killed. Paul is seized by Russian secret service men, but through Marya's appeal to Captain Rodney Willard, he is released. In Russia, Marya participates actively in the Revolution, while Willard, with whom she has fallen in love, joins the Allied Commission. Deeply troubled by the influence of German agents in Russia, Marya organizes the Legion of Death, a fighting unit of peasant women, and leads them into battle against the Germans. The legion suffers defeat and Marya is captured, but in the end, she wins her freedom.
Who directed The Legion of Death?
The Legion of Death was directed by Tod Browning.
Who stars in The Legion of Death?
The principal cast of The Legion of Death includes Edith Storey, Philo McCullough, Fred Malatesta, Charles K. Gerrard, Pomeroy Cannon.
When was The Legion of Death released and how long is it?
The Legion of Death was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.