The Adventurer
Synopsis
Don Caesar de Bazan, a reckless nobleman, falls for Maritana, a gypsy dancing girl. When Maritana is insulted by a drunk, Don Caesar wins her love by coming to her rescue. The two go to Madrid, where the girl is summoned to dance before the Queen. Maritana also attracts the attention of King Charles. Don Jose, the prime minister, who secretly loves the Queen, plots to get Maritana for the King. To do this, he schemes to have Maritana marry a nobleman so she can enter the King's court.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 9, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Gordon Edwards
- Screenplay & Story
- E. Lloyd Sheldon, Adolphe d'Ennery, Philippe Dumanoir
- Original Title
- The Adventurer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Gordon Edwards
E. Lloyd Sheldon, Adolphe d'Ennery, Philippe Dumanoir
John W. Boyle
Department Leadership Roster
J. Gordon Edwards
Director
John W. Boyle
Director of Photography
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What is The Adventurer about?
Don Caesar de Bazan, a reckless nobleman, falls for Maritana, a gypsy dancing girl. When Maritana is insulted by a drunk, Don Caesar wins her love by coming to her rescue. The two go to Madrid, where the girl is summoned to dance before the Queen. Maritana also attracts the attention of King Charles. Don Jose, the prime minister, who secretly loves the Queen, plots to get Maritana for the King. To do this, he schemes to have Maritana marry a nobleman so she can enter the King's court.
Who directed The Adventurer?
The Adventurer was directed by J. Gordon Edwards.
Who stars in The Adventurer?
The principal cast of The Adventurer includes William Farnum, Estelle Taylor, Paul Cazeneuve, Kenneth Casey, Dorothy Drake.
When was The Adventurer released and how long is it?
The Adventurer was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.