
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.
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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
Charles N. David
Charles N. David, J. Luther Pollard
Department Leadership Roster
Charles N. David
Director
Charles N. David
Producer
J. Luther Pollard
Producer
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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.
