The Devil's Riddle
Synopsis
During a raging Montana snowstorm, Doctor Jim Barnes collapses at Esther Anderson's cabin door. Esther offers Jim refuge, but when he discovers that their food supplies are running dangerously low, he braves the journey into town in order to replenish them. On the way, he is overcome with exhaustion and fails to return. Esther, unaware of Jim's condition and abused by her stepfather, joins a theatrical troop and leaves home.
Top Cast
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Gladys Brockwell
Esther Anderson
William Scott
Dr. Jim Barnes
Richard Cummings
Potts, the banker
Claire McDowell
Mrs. Potts
Tom Bates
Hotel proprietor
Jack Curtis
Nicholas Dunaew
Paul Evers
Louis Fitzroy
Sam Tuttle
Vera Lewis
Leading lady
Louis Natheaux
Leading man
Kate Price
Mrs. Frank
Ben Suslow
Hotel proprietor's son
Easter Walters
Arline Potts
Chance Ward
Theatrical manager
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 8, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Beal
- Screenplay & Story
- Ruth Ann Baldwin, Edwina LeVin
- Original Title
- The Devil's Riddle
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Beal
Ruth Ann Baldwin, Edwina LeVin
Sam Landers
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Beal
Director
Sam Landers
Director of Photography
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What is The Devil's Riddle about?
During a raging Montana snowstorm, Doctor Jim Barnes collapses at Esther Anderson's cabin door. Esther offers Jim refuge, but when he discovers that their food supplies are running dangerously low, he braves the journey into town in order to replenish them. On the way, he is overcome with exhaustion and fails to return. Esther, unaware of Jim's condition and abused by her stepfather, joins a theatrical troop and leaves home.
Who directed The Devil's Riddle?
The Devil's Riddle was directed by Frank Beal.
Who stars in The Devil's Riddle?
The principal cast of The Devil's Riddle includes Gladys Brockwell, William Scott, Richard Cummings, Claire McDowell, Tom Bates.
When was The Devil's Riddle released and how long is it?
The Devil's Riddle was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 50m.