The Grim Game
Synopsis
Jailed unjustly for a murder he did not commit, a young man uses his amazing powers of escape to free himself and pursue the actual killers, who hold his fiancée captive.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 11, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Irvin Willat
- Screenplay & Story
- Walter Woods, Irvin Willat
- Original Title
- The Grim Game
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Irvin Willat
Walter Woods, Irvin Willat
J.O. Taylor, Frank M. Blount
Jesse L. Lasky
Department Leadership Roster
Irvin Willat
Director
Irvin Willat
Writer
J.O. Taylor
Director of Photography
Frank M. Blount
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Grim Game
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Grim Game about?
Jailed unjustly for a murder he did not commit, a young man uses his amazing powers of escape to free himself and pursue the actual killers, who hold his fiancée captive.
Who directed The Grim Game?
The Grim Game was directed by Irvin Willat.
Who stars in The Grim Game?
The principal cast of The Grim Game includes Harry Houdini, Thomas Jefferson, Ann Forrest, Augustus Phillips, Tully Marshall.
When was The Grim Game released and how long is it?
The Grim Game was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.