Tin Gods
“Have you built any "Tin Gods"? Do you crave money, success, fame? Have you allowed "Tin Gods" to trample over you?”
Synopsis
In a mountain village in South America, Dr. McCoy and the padre watch Roger Drake enter a small chapel near a towering bridge, and McCoy recounts the story of Drake's life: As a rising engineer, he marries Janet Stone, the ambitious daughter of a wealthy family, and neglects his career while Janet becomes a candidate for the State Assembly. Drake comes into conflict with her political friends, and when their baby falls from its nursery window, the couple remorsefully decide to separate. Drake, degenerated by drink, goes to South America to construct a bridge; there he is stricken by fever and is redeemed by the love and care of Carita, a dancer. Carita, however, learns of Janet's political defeat and her attempt to effect a reconciliation with Drake; thinking he still loves his wife, she leaps from the bridge. Drake returns each year to the chapel he has erected in her memory. A lost film.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 19, 1926
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Allan Dwan
- Screenplay & Story
- Howard Emmett Rogers, Allan Dwan, James Shelley Hamilton
- Original Title
- Tin Gods
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Allan Dwan
Howard Emmett Rogers, Allan Dwan, James Shelley Hamilton, William Anthony McGuire
Department Leadership Roster
Howard Emmett Rogers
Screenplay
Allan Dwan
Director
William Anthony McGuire
Writer
Allan Dwan
Screenplay
James Shelley Hamilton
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Tin Gods.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tin Gods
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tin Gods about?
In a mountain village in South America, Dr. McCoy and the padre watch Roger Drake enter a small chapel near a towering bridge, and McCoy recounts the story of Drake's life: As a rising engineer, he marries Janet Stone, the ambitious daughter of a wealthy family, and neglects his career while Janet becomes a candidate for the State Assembly. Drake comes into conflict with her political friends, and when their baby falls from its nursery window, the couple remorsefully decide to separate. Drake, degenerated by drink, goes to South America to construct a bridge; there he is stricken by fever and is redeemed by the love and care of Carita, a dancer. Carita, however, learns of Janet's political defeat and her attempt to effect a reconciliation with Drake; thinking he still loves his wife, she leaps from the bridge. Drake returns each year to the chapel he has erected in her memory. A lost film.
Who directed Tin Gods?
Tin Gods was directed by Allan Dwan.
Who stars in Tin Gods?
The principal cast of Tin Gods includes Thomas Meighan, Renée Adorée, Aileen Pringle, William Powell, John Harrington.
When was Tin Gods released and how long is it?
Tin Gods was released in 1926 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.