The Flying Torpedo
Synopsis
In the future (1921), an alliance of several foreign countries plot to attack the US. American officials, coming to the realisation that the country is basically defenceless, offer $1,000,000 to anyone who can come up with a weapon to defeat the invaders. Winthrop Clavering, a writer and inventor, hears of the reward and tells his friend Bartholomew Thompson, a scientist and inventor who has been working on developing flying torpedo. However, enemy agents have also heard about Thompson's project, and set out to kill him and steal his plans. This film is now considered lost.
Top Cast
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John Emerson
Winthrop Clavering
Bessie Love
Hulda
Spottiswoode Aitken
Bartholomew Thompson
W.E. Lawrence
William Haverman (as William E. Lawrence)
Fred J. Butler
Chief of International Crooks
Raymond Wells
Accomplice
Lucille Young
Accomplice
Erich von Stroheim
Accomplice
Viola Barry
Adelaide E. Thompson
Ralph Lewis
Head of the Board
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 12, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christy Cabanne, John B. O'Brien
- Original Title
- The Flying Torpedo
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fine Arts Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christy Cabanne, John B. O'Brien
Department Leadership Roster
Christy Cabanne
Director
John B. O'Brien
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Flying Torpedo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Flying Torpedo about?
In the future (1921), an alliance of several foreign countries plot to attack the US. American officials, coming to the realisation that the country is basically defenceless, offer $1,000,000 to anyone who can come up with a weapon to defeat the invaders. Winthrop Clavering, a writer and inventor, hears of the reward and tells his friend Bartholomew Thompson, a scientist and inventor who has been working on developing flying torpedo. However, enemy agents have also heard about Thompson's project, and set out to kill him and steal his plans. This film is now considered lost.
Who directed The Flying Torpedo?
The Flying Torpedo was directed by Christy Cabanne, John B. O'Brien.
Who stars in The Flying Torpedo?
The principal cast of The Flying Torpedo includes John Emerson, Bessie Love, Spottiswoode Aitken, W.E. Lawrence, Fred J. Butler.
When was The Flying Torpedo released and how long is it?
The Flying Torpedo was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.