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6.5 / 10(2 votes)IMDb191816mUnited States of America

Spying the Spy

Synopsis

Amateur detective Sambo Sam sets out to round up German spies, but his bungling leads him to the Coffin Club, a fraternal organization with a morbid sense of humor just itching to have some fun at the would-be sleuth's expense.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

April 15, 1918

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Charles N. David
Original Title
Spying the Spy
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
16m
Production Studios
Ebony Film Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Charles N. David

Producers

Charles N. David, J. Luther Pollard

Department Leadership Roster

Charles N. David

Director

Charles N. David

Producer

J. Luther Pollard

Producer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Spying the Spy.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Spying the Spy

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Spying the Spy about?

Amateur detective Sambo Sam sets out to round up German spies, but his bungling leads him to the Coffin Club, a fraternal organization with a morbid sense of humor just itching to have some fun at the would-be sleuth's expense.

Who directed Spying the Spy?

Spying the Spy was directed by Charles N. David.

Who stars in Spying the Spy?

The principal cast of Spying the Spy includes Sam Jacks.

When was Spying the Spy released and how long is it?

Spying the Spy was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 16m.