The Yellow Stain
Synopsis
Donald Keith, a young lawyer who takes up residence in the small town of Owasco, Michigan, finds himself opposed by lumber king Quartus Hembly, feared by all the townspeople. Keith takes up the case of Daniel Kersten against Hembly, who has cheated him out of his property, and during his investigation he discovers that the father of Thora Erickson, whom he loves, conspired with Hembly against Kersten, and at length he obtains a deathbed confession from Erickson.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 21, 1922
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Francis Dillon
- Screenplay & Story
- Jules Furthman
- Original Title
- The Yellow Stain
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Francis Dillon
Jules Furthman
Don Short
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John Francis Dillon
Director
Don Short
Director of Photography
Jules Furthman
Screenplay
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What is The Yellow Stain about?
Donald Keith, a young lawyer who takes up residence in the small town of Owasco, Michigan, finds himself opposed by lumber king Quartus Hembly, feared by all the townspeople. Keith takes up the case of Daniel Kersten against Hembly, who has cheated him out of his property, and during his investigation he discovers that the father of Thora Erickson, whom he loves, conspired with Hembly against Kersten, and at length he obtains a deathbed confession from Erickson.
Who directed The Yellow Stain?
The Yellow Stain was directed by John Francis Dillon.
Who stars in The Yellow Stain?
The principal cast of The Yellow Stain includes John Gilbert, Claire Anderson, J.P. Lockney, Herschel Mayall, William Robert Daly.
When was The Yellow Stain released and how long is it?
The Yellow Stain was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 50m.