Hell's Crater
Synopsis
During the days of the California gold rush, Jim Shamrick toils on his claim, Hell's Crater, for two years and then decides to enjoy himself in a nearby mining camp. Bill Gordon, the owner of the local dance hall, gets Jim drunk and then, with the aid of Cherry Maurice ( Grace Cunard ), robs him. When the prospector realizes what has happened, he abducts Cherry and forces her to labor in his mine for a year. Though nearly broken by the hard work, Cherry comes to love Jim and eventually marries him.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 14, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- W.B. Pearson
- Original Title
- Hell's Crater
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
W.B. Pearson
Department Leadership Roster
W.B. Pearson
Director
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What is Hell's Crater about?
During the days of the California gold rush, Jim Shamrick toils on his claim, Hell's Crater, for two years and then decides to enjoy himself in a nearby mining camp. Bill Gordon, the owner of the local dance hall, gets Jim drunk and then, with the aid of Cherry Maurice ( Grace Cunard ), robs him. When the prospector realizes what has happened, he abducts Cherry and forces her to labor in his mine for a year. Though nearly broken by the hard work, Cherry comes to love Jim and eventually marries him.
Who directed Hell's Crater?
Hell's Crater was directed by W.B. Pearson.
Who stars in Hell's Crater?
The principal cast of Hell's Crater includes Grace Cunard, George A. McDaniel, Ray Hanford, Eileen Sedgwick.
When was Hell's Crater released and how long is it?
Hell's Crater was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.