The Lone Chance
Synopsis
Penniless inventor Jack Saunders, in search of a girl he loves, assumes the guilt for a murder in return for $20,000 and promise of a pardon at the end of a year. When the agreement is not fulfilled, he breaks jail and appears, demanding justice, before the governor, whose daughter, Margaret, committed the crime in self-defense. Saunders prevents her forced marriage to politician Burke, and Margaret, recognizing her lost love, clears his name and is herself exonerated.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 18, 1924
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Howard M. Mitchell
- Screenplay & Story
- Frederick J. Jackson, Charles Kenyon
- Original Title
- The Lone Chance
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Howard M. Mitchell
Frederick J. Jackson, Charles Kenyon
Department Leadership Roster
Howard M. Mitchell
Director
Charles Kenyon
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lone Chance
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What is The Lone Chance about?
Penniless inventor Jack Saunders, in search of a girl he loves, assumes the guilt for a murder in return for $20,000 and promise of a pardon at the end of a year. When the agreement is not fulfilled, he breaks jail and appears, demanding justice, before the governor, whose daughter, Margaret, committed the crime in self-defense. Saunders prevents her forced marriage to politician Burke, and Margaret, recognizing her lost love, clears his name and is herself exonerated.
Who directed The Lone Chance?
The Lone Chance was directed by Howard M. Mitchell.
Who stars in The Lone Chance?
The principal cast of The Lone Chance includes John Gilbert, Evelyn Brent, John Miljan, Edwin B. Tilton, Harry Todd.
When was The Lone Chance released and how long is it?
The Lone Chance was released in 1924 with a total runtime of 50m.