The Call to Arms
“A Story of the Middle Ages”
Synopsis
A Feudal Lord and his bride were visited by their cousin at a time when this Lord was presenting to his bride the family heirloom the Great Ruby of Irskaat. The cousin coveted it, and was determined to secure it. The Lord receives a call to arms and appreciating the danger of leaving this valuable jewel unguarded, buries it in a secluded part of the grounds. His soldiers now assembled, he departs, leaving his wife to the care of his trusted servants. No sooner had he left than the cousin returns with the subterfuge that he will stay at the palace guarding the wife until the Lord's return. This the wife appreciates, believing his tender well meant. Surreptitiously he rids the palace of the servants, placing his own in their stead; The poor woman is now in the absolute power of this despicable villain.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 25, 1910
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- Original Title
- The Call to Arms
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- Biograph Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D.W. Griffith
Department Leadership Roster
D.W. Griffith
Director
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What is The Call to Arms about?
A Feudal Lord and his bride were visited by their cousin at a time when this Lord was presenting to his bride the family heirloom the Great Ruby of Irskaat. The cousin coveted it, and was determined to secure it. The Lord receives a call to arms and appreciating the danger of leaving this valuable jewel unguarded, buries it in a secluded part of the grounds. His soldiers now assembled, he departs, leaving his wife to the care of his trusted servants. No sooner had he left than the cousin returns with the subterfuge that he will stay at the palace guarding the wife until the Lord's return. This the wife appreciates, believing his tender well meant. Surreptitiously he rids the palace of the servants, placing his own in their stead; The poor woman is now in the absolute power of this despicable villain.
Who directed The Call to Arms?
The Call to Arms was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in The Call to Arms?
The principal cast of The Call to Arms includes Henry B. Walthall, Marion Leonard, Joseph Graybill, Mary Pickford.
When was The Call to Arms released and how long is it?
The Call to Arms was released in 1910 with a total runtime of 17m.