
The House of Cards
Synopsis
The rancher whom Tom works for has entrusted Tom with a bag of gold to take to the bank. But on arriving at the bank, Tom finds that it is closed for the day. It is not long before Tom is lured into a game of cards, and loses the rancher's money. Soon there is a warrant out for Tom's arrest on a charge of embezzlement, and his situation becomes increasingly desperate.
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The House of Cards (Edwin S. Porter, 1909)
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-09-05
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December 10, 1909
Wide Cinema Exhibition
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- Director
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- Original Title
- The House of Cards
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 16m
- Production Studios
- Edison Manufacturing Company
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What is The House of Cards about?
The rancher whom Tom works for has entrusted Tom with a bag of gold to take to the bank. But on arriving at the bank, Tom finds that it is closed for the day. It is not long before Tom is lured into a game of cards, and loses the rancher's money. Soon there is a warrant out for Tom's arrest on a charge of embezzlement, and his situation becomes increasingly desperate.
Who directed The House of Cards?
The House of Cards was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in The House of Cards?
The principal cast of The House of Cards includes Herbert Prior, Marc McDermott.
When was The House of Cards released and how long is it?
The House of Cards was released in 1909 with a total runtime of 16m.
