The Monster
Synopsis
A general store clerk and aspiring detective investigates a mysterious disappearance that took place quite close to an empty insane asylum.
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'The Monster' (1925): Lon Chaney full movie -- early mad scientist, comedy horror movie
Type: Featurette • Published 2023-07-15
Top Cast
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Lon Chaney
Dr. Ziska
Johnny Arthur
Johnny Goodlittle
Gertrude Olmstead
Betty Watson
Hallam Cooley
Amos Rugg
Charles Sellon
Russ Mason
Walter James
Caliban
Knute Erickson
Daffy Dan
Frank Austin
Rigo
Edward McWade
Luke Watson
Ethel Wales
Mrs. Watson
Elmo Billings
Freckle Faced Kid (uncredited)
Herbert Prior
Dr. Edwards (uncredited)
William H. Turner
Detective Jennings (uncredited)
Dorothy Vernon
Townswoman at Accident Scene (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 16, 1925
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roland West
- Screenplay & Story
- Roland West, Crane Wilbur, Albert Kenyon, Willard Mack
- Original Title
- The Monster
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roland West
Roland West, Crane Wilbur, Albert Kenyon, Willard Mack
Hal Mohr
A. Carle Palm
Department Leadership Roster
Roland West
Director
Hal Mohr
Director of Photography
A. Carle Palm
Editor
Albert Kenyon
Writer
Willard Mack
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Monster
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Monster about?
A general store clerk and aspiring detective investigates a mysterious disappearance that took place quite close to an empty insane asylum.
Who directed The Monster?
The Monster was directed by Roland West.
Who stars in The Monster?
The principal cast of The Monster includes Lon Chaney, Johnny Arthur, Gertrude Olmstead, Hallam Cooley, Charles Sellon.
When was The Monster released and how long is it?
The Monster was released in 1925 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.