Play Square
Synopsis
Johnny Carroll joins a gang of thieves and is arrested by Detective McQuade for picking Judge Kerrigan's pocket. However, the judge remembers Johnny from his hometown of Meadville, and persuades him to reform. The young man returns home, takes a job in a grocery store, and renews his romance with Betty Bedford. Later, Johnny's former gang arrive in town and again try to recruit him. They induce him to crack the safe in Mr. Bedford's store, threatening to reveal his criminal past if he refuses. Upon opening the safe, Johnny refuses to be a party to the crime and fights the gang. Betty hears the commotion and returns with help. After the thieves are captured, Johnny and Betty are married.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 14, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William K. Howard
- Screenplay & Story
- John Stone
- Original Title
- Play Square
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William K. Howard
John Stone
Department Leadership Roster
William K. Howard
Director
John Stone
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Play Square
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What is Play Square about?
Johnny Carroll joins a gang of thieves and is arrested by Detective McQuade for picking Judge Kerrigan's pocket. However, the judge remembers Johnny from his hometown of Meadville, and persuades him to reform. The young man returns home, takes a job in a grocery store, and renews his romance with Betty Bedford. Later, Johnny's former gang arrive in town and again try to recruit him. They induce him to crack the safe in Mr. Bedford's store, threatening to reveal his criminal past if he refuses. Upon opening the safe, Johnny refuses to be a party to the crime and fights the gang. Betty hears the commotion and returns with help. After the thieves are captured, Johnny and Betty are married.
Who directed Play Square?
Play Square was directed by William K. Howard.
Who stars in Play Square?
The principal cast of Play Square includes Johnnie Walker, Edna Murphy, Hayward Mack, Laura La Plante, Wilbur Higby.
When was Play Square released and how long is it?
Play Square was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 50m.