Friday the 13th
Synopsis
When a judge is financially ruined by Peter Brownley, a Wall Street millionaire, his daughter seeks revenge by getting a job in the tycoon's office. She manages to discover information that she believes her father can use to recover his swindled money and do to Peter what he did to her father. However, she meets and falls in love with Robert, the son of the man who ruined her father.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 18, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Émile Chautard
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas William Lawson, Frances Marion
- Original Title
- Friday the 13th
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Peerless Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Émile Chautard
Thomas William Lawson, Frances Marion
Lucien Tainguy
Department Leadership Roster
Émile Chautard
Director
Frances Marion
Writer
Lucien Tainguy
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Friday the 13th
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Friday the 13th about?
When a judge is financially ruined by Peter Brownley, a Wall Street millionaire, his daughter seeks revenge by getting a job in the tycoon's office. She manages to discover information that she believes her father can use to recover his swindled money and do to Peter what he did to her father. However, she meets and falls in love with Robert, the son of the man who ruined her father.
Who directed Friday the 13th?
Friday the 13th was directed by Émile Chautard.
Who stars in Friday the 13th?
The principal cast of Friday the 13th includes Robert Warwick, Clarence Harvey, Charles Brandt, Gerda Holmes, Montagu Love.
When was Friday the 13th released and how long is it?
Friday the 13th was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is Friday the 13th based on a book or true story?
Friday the 13th is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Thomas William Lawson".