The Forfeit
Synopsis
Disinherited by his father, Jeffrey Masters leaves his New York home and amasses a fortune in Texas cattle country. When his younger brother Bob marries Elvine Van Blooren, known as Effie, contrary to his father's wishes, he also is disinherited. Like Jeffrey, Bob goes West, but turns to rustling and becomes the leader of a gang. When Effie, who knows nothing about Bob's involvement with the gang, learns about their hiding place, she informs on them for a much needed $10,000 reward.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 10, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Powell
- Screenplay & Story
- Ridgwell Cullum, Frank Powell
- Original Title
- The Forfeit
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Sunset Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Powell
Ridgwell Cullum, Frank Powell
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Powell
Director
Ridgwell Cullum
Writer
Frank Powell
Writer
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What is The Forfeit about?
Disinherited by his father, Jeffrey Masters leaves his New York home and amasses a fortune in Texas cattle country. When his younger brother Bob marries Elvine Van Blooren, known as Effie, contrary to his father's wishes, he also is disinherited. Like Jeffrey, Bob goes West, but turns to rustling and becomes the leader of a gang. When Effie, who knows nothing about Bob's involvement with the gang, learns about their hiding place, she informs on them for a much needed $10,000 reward.
Who directed The Forfeit?
The Forfeit was directed by Frank Powell.
Who stars in The Forfeit?
The principal cast of The Forfeit includes House Peters, Jane Miller, William Human, Hector V. Sarno, L.H. Welles.
When was The Forfeit released and how long is it?
The Forfeit was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 50m.