Brennan of the Moor
Synopsis
The film carries the slogan: ‘He Stole From the Rich to Give to the Poor’. It is a story of the ‘nobleman-bandit’, Brennan O'Malley, who is captured and imprisoned, but an attempt to drown him through flooding his cell fails. Recaptured after his escape from prison, he overwhelms a soldier and escapes again. He then holds up Lord Hastings and changes into his clothes. He escapes through a secret passage with Betty, Lady Lorrequer whom he had earlier rescued and with whom he had fallen in love. The couple cross a chasm with the aid of a human chain to elude Lord Hastings' troop of soldiers. In the pursuit, Hastings falls into the sea and is killed, while Brennan and Betty escape by ship.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 7, 1913
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Warren
- Original Title
- Brennan of the Moor
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 28m
- Production Studios
- Solax Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Warren
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Warren
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brennan of the Moor
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What is Brennan of the Moor about?
The film carries the slogan: ‘He Stole From the Rich to Give to the Poor’. It is a story of the ‘nobleman-bandit’, Brennan O'Malley, who is captured and imprisoned, but an attempt to drown him through flooding his cell fails. Recaptured after his escape from prison, he overwhelms a soldier and escapes again. He then holds up Lord Hastings and changes into his clothes. He escapes through a secret passage with Betty, Lady Lorrequer whom he had earlier rescued and with whom he had fallen in love. The couple cross a chasm with the aid of a human chain to elude Lord Hastings' troop of soldiers. In the pursuit, Hastings falls into the sea and is killed, while Brennan and Betty escape by ship.
Who directed Brennan of the Moor?
Brennan of the Moor was directed by Edward Warren.
Who stars in Brennan of the Moor?
The principal cast of Brennan of the Moor includes Barney Gilmore, Marian Swayne, Joseph Levering.
When was Brennan of the Moor released and how long is it?
Brennan of the Moor was released in 1913 with a total runtime of 28m.