The Claw
Synopsis
Based on the 1911 novel by Cynthia Stockley, this is the story of Dierdre Saurin, whose infatuation with Major Kinsella takes her to Africa where native uprisings and the jealous connivings of Maurice Stair await her.
Top Cast
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Norman Kerry
Maurice Stair
Claire Windsor
Dierdre Saurin
Arthur Edmund Carewe
Major Anthony Kinsella
Tom Guise
Marquis of Stair
Helene Sullivan
Judy Saurin
Nelson McDowell
Scout Mac Bourney
Larry Steers
Captain Rockwood
J. Gordon Russell
Wagondriver
Myrta Bonillas
Saba Rockwood
Jacques D'Auray
Richard Saurin
Pauline Neff
Nonie Valetta
Bertram Johns
Dr. Harriatt
Billie Bennett
Mrs. Harriatt
Annie Ryan
Mrs. Mac Bourney
Dick Sutherland
Chief Logenbuela
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 8, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Olcott
- Screenplay & Story
- Cynthia Stockley, Charles Logue
- Original Title
- The Claw
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Olcott
Cynthia Stockley, Charles Logue
John Stumar
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Olcott
Director
Charles Logue
Writer
John Stumar
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Claw
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Claw about?
Based on the 1911 novel by Cynthia Stockley, this is the story of Dierdre Saurin, whose infatuation with Major Kinsella takes her to Africa where native uprisings and the jealous connivings of Maurice Stair await her.
Who directed The Claw?
The Claw was directed by Sidney Olcott.
Who stars in The Claw?
The principal cast of The Claw includes Norman Kerry, Claire Windsor, Arthur Edmund Carewe, Tom Guise, Helene Sullivan.
When was The Claw released and how long is it?
The Claw was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 54m.
Is The Claw based on a book or true story?
The Claw is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Cynthia Stockley".