The Taxi Mystery
Synopsis
Young millionaire Harry Canby, returning from a cruise, finds a taxi without a driver on the docks and helps a young girl escape some ruffians who are pursuing her. She disappears, but Harry identifies her as Nancy Cornell from an inscribed cigarette case and finds the driver, who is then killed before he can reveal her whereabouts. Harry is suspected of the crime, but his guardian, Willoughby Thomson, vouches for him. At a society party given by Mrs. Jameson, Harry learns that the girl is a musical comedy star, but when he confronts her she denies knowledge of the taxi incident.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 10, 1926
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred Windemere
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom J. Hopkins
- Original Title
- The Taxi Mystery
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Banner Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred Windemere
Tom J. Hopkins
Department Leadership Roster
Fred Windemere
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Taxi Mystery
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Taxi Mystery about?
Young millionaire Harry Canby, returning from a cruise, finds a taxi without a driver on the docks and helps a young girl escape some ruffians who are pursuing her. She disappears, but Harry identifies her as Nancy Cornell from an inscribed cigarette case and finds the driver, who is then killed before he can reveal her whereabouts. Harry is suspected of the crime, but his guardian, Willoughby Thomson, vouches for him. At a society party given by Mrs. Jameson, Harry learns that the girl is a musical comedy star, but when he confronts her she denies knowledge of the taxi incident.
Who directed The Taxi Mystery?
The Taxi Mystery was directed by Fred Windemere.
Who stars in The Taxi Mystery?
The principal cast of The Taxi Mystery includes Edith Roberts, Robert Agnew, Virginia Pearson, Phillips Smalley, Bertram Grassby.
When was The Taxi Mystery released and how long is it?
The Taxi Mystery was released in 1926 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.