The Cuckoo's Secret
Synopsis
The film shows a cuckoo caught in the act of laying an egg in the nest of two titlarks. The egg is hatched by the foster-mother, and she and her mate feed and tend the young cuckoo, even to the detriment of their own chicks.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edgar P. Chance
- Original Title
- The Cuckoo's Secret
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- BIF
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edgar P. Chance
Oliver G. Pike
Department Leadership Roster
Edgar P. Chance
Director
Oliver G. Pike
Director of Photography
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What is The Cuckoo's Secret about?
The film shows a cuckoo caught in the act of laying an egg in the nest of two titlarks. The egg is hatched by the foster-mother, and she and her mate feed and tend the young cuckoo, even to the detriment of their own chicks.
Who directed The Cuckoo's Secret?
The Cuckoo's Secret was directed by Edgar P. Chance.
Who stars in The Cuckoo's Secret?
The principal cast of The Cuckoo's Secret includes Not specified.
When was The Cuckoo's Secret released and how long is it?
The Cuckoo's Secret was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 17m.