The Testing Block
Synopsis
The tough outlaw 'Sierra' Bill falls in love with the traveling girl violinist Nelly Gray. Sierra forces her into marrying him. They have a child, but family life is interrupted by the gambler Ringe, who not only persuades Nelly to leave her husband but ruins Sierra at the gaming table. With thoughts of vengeance, the angry Sierra breaks out of jail and goes after Ringe.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 26, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lambert Hillyer
- Screenplay & Story
- Lambert Hillyer, William S. Hart
- Original Title
- The Testing Block
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- William S. Hart Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lambert Hillyer
Lambert Hillyer, William S. Hart
Joseph H. August
LeRoy Stone
Department Leadership Roster
LeRoy Stone
Editor
Lambert Hillyer
Screenplay
Lambert Hillyer
Director
William S. Hart
Screenplay
Joseph H. August
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Testing Block
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What is The Testing Block about?
The tough outlaw 'Sierra' Bill falls in love with the traveling girl violinist Nelly Gray. Sierra forces her into marrying him. They have a child, but family life is interrupted by the gambler Ringe, who not only persuades Nelly to leave her husband but ruins Sierra at the gaming table. With thoughts of vengeance, the angry Sierra breaks out of jail and goes after Ringe.
Who directed The Testing Block?
The Testing Block was directed by Lambert Hillyer.
Who stars in The Testing Block?
The principal cast of The Testing Block includes William S. Hart, Eva Novak, J. Gordon Russell, Florence Carpenter, Richard Headrick.
When was The Testing Block released and how long is it?
The Testing Block was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.