Avalanche
Synopsis
An otherwise honest gambler, played by Jack Holt, begins to cheat at cards in order to put his son John Darrow through mining school in this lavish Zane Grey adaptation produced by Paramount. The callow foster-son pays back the noble gesture by running off with Holt's mistress, Olga Baclanova.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 10, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Otto Brower
- Screenplay & Story
- Herman J. Mankiewicz
- Original Title
- Avalanche
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Famous Lasky Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Otto Brower
Herman J. Mankiewicz, Zane Grey, J. Walter Ruben, Sam Mintz
Roy Clark
Jane Loring
Department Leadership Roster
Jane Loring
Editor
Otto Brower
Director
J. Walter Ruben
Writer
Sam Mintz
Writer
Roy Clark
Director of Photography
Herman J. Mankiewicz
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Avalanche
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Avalanche about?
An otherwise honest gambler, played by Jack Holt, begins to cheat at cards in order to put his son John Darrow through mining school in this lavish Zane Grey adaptation produced by Paramount. The callow foster-son pays back the noble gesture by running off with Holt's mistress, Olga Baclanova.
Who directed Avalanche?
Avalanche was directed by Otto Brower.
Who stars in Avalanche?
The principal cast of Avalanche includes Jack Holt, Doris Hill, Olga Baclanova, John Darrow, Guy Oliver.
When was Avalanche released and how long is it?
Avalanche was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Is Avalanche based on a book or true story?
Avalanche is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Zane Grey".