The Shark
Synopsis
Shark Rawley is a sailor aboard the tramp steamer Aurora , presided over by a brutal captain named Sanchez. While ashore one night, Shark and Sanchez encounter society girl Doris Selby and her friends on a slumming expedition at a dockside bar called the Wine Room. Entrapped by some of the predatory characters that infest the place, Doris escapes through a cellar only to abducted by Sanchez who then takes her to the Aurora.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 5, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dell Henderson
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas F. Fallon
- Original Title
- The Shark
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dell Henderson
Thomas F. Fallon
Joseph Ruttenberg
Department Leadership Roster
Dell Henderson
Director
Thomas F. Fallon
Writer
Joseph Ruttenberg
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Shark
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What is The Shark about?
Shark Rawley is a sailor aboard the tramp steamer Aurora , presided over by a brutal captain named Sanchez. While ashore one night, Shark and Sanchez encounter society girl Doris Selby and her friends on a slumming expedition at a dockside bar called the Wine Room. Entrapped by some of the predatory characters that infest the place, Doris escapes through a cellar only to abducted by Sanchez who then takes her to the Aurora.
Who directed The Shark?
The Shark was directed by Dell Henderson.
Who stars in The Shark?
The principal cast of The Shark includes George Walsh, Robert Broderick, William Nally, James T. Mack, Henry W. Pemberton.
When was The Shark released and how long is it?
The Shark was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 50m.