The Cyclone
Synopsis
Sergeant Tim Ryerson of the North West Mounted Police is commissioned to round up a gang that smuggles Chinese laborers across the border. While visiting his fiancée, Sylvia Sturgis, at her father's ranch, Tim becomes suspicious of ranch foreman Ferdinand Baird, who is the leader of the smugglers. One night, Tim catches Baird smuggling Chinese across the border to the U.S., but Baird escapes and flees to the Sturgis house where he abducts Sylvia. Tim pursues Baird to Vancouver's Chinatown, raids the smuggler's headquarters, and rescues Sylvia. A lost film.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 20, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clifford Smith
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph Anthony Roach, Todhunter Marigold
- Original Title
- The Cyclone
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clifford Smith
Joseph Anthony Roach, Todhunter Marigold
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Anthony Roach
Writer
Clifford Smith
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cyclone
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cyclone about?
Sergeant Tim Ryerson of the North West Mounted Police is commissioned to round up a gang that smuggles Chinese laborers across the border. While visiting his fiancée, Sylvia Sturgis, at her father's ranch, Tim becomes suspicious of ranch foreman Ferdinand Baird, who is the leader of the smugglers. One night, Tim catches Baird smuggling Chinese across the border to the U.S., but Baird escapes and flees to the Sturgis house where he abducts Sylvia. Tim pursues Baird to Vancouver's Chinatown, raids the smuggler's headquarters, and rescues Sylvia. A lost film.
Who directed The Cyclone?
The Cyclone was directed by Clifford Smith.
Who stars in The Cyclone?
The principal cast of The Cyclone includes Tom Mix, Colleen Moore, Henry Hebert, William Ellingford, Buck Jones.
When was The Cyclone released and how long is it?
The Cyclone was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 50m.