The Forbidden City
Synopsis
The daughter of a Chinese mandarin is sentenced to death for her secret marriage to an American. Their child, raised in the mandarin's palace, grows up and escapes to seek her father, now a high-ranking official in the Philippines.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 6, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Franklin
- Screenplay & Story
- George Scarborough, Mary Murillo
- Original Title
- The Forbidden City
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Norma Talmadge Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Franklin
George Scarborough, Mary Murillo
H. Lyman Broening, Edward Wynard
Joseph M. Schenck
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Franklin
Director
Joseph M. Schenck
Producer
H. Lyman Broening
Director of Photography
Mary Murillo
Writer
Edward Wynard
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Forbidden City
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Forbidden City about?
The daughter of a Chinese mandarin is sentenced to death for her secret marriage to an American. Their child, raised in the mandarin's palace, grows up and escapes to seek her father, now a high-ranking official in the Philippines.
Who directed The Forbidden City?
The Forbidden City was directed by Sidney Franklin.
Who stars in The Forbidden City?
The principal cast of The Forbidden City includes Norma Talmadge, Thomas Meighan, E. Alyn Warren, Michael Rayle, L. Rogers Lytton.
When was The Forbidden City released and how long is it?
The Forbidden City was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.