The Call of the Heart
Synopsis
Molly O'Day and her brother, Josh, are homesteading on and trying to make a living on a piece of government land, but local rancher Dave Crenshaw claims the land is part of his holdings, and he and his henchmen try to drive the O'Days off. Cowhand Jerry Wilson and his dog, Dynamite, come to their aid against Crenshaw.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 29, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Francis Ford
- Screenplay & Story
- Basil Dickey
- Original Title
- The Call of the Heart
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Francis Ford
Basil Dickey
Department Leadership Roster
Francis Ford
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Call of the Heart
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What is The Call of the Heart about?
Molly O'Day and her brother, Josh, are homesteading on and trying to make a living on a piece of government land, but local rancher Dave Crenshaw claims the land is part of his holdings, and he and his henchmen try to drive the O'Days off. Cowhand Jerry Wilson and his dog, Dynamite, come to their aid against Crenshaw.
Who directed The Call of the Heart?
The Call of the Heart was directed by Francis Ford.
Who stars in The Call of the Heart?
The principal cast of The Call of the Heart includes Dynamite the Dog, Joan Alden, Edmund Cobb, William Steele, Maurice Murphy.
When was The Call of the Heart released and how long is it?
The Call of the Heart was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 50m.