The Million Dollar Handicap
“Thoroughbred nags prancing-bugle and bells sounding-roaring multitudes-cheers, groans, laughs-these are the enjoyable features of "The Million Dollar Handicap," the greatest turf picture of all time.”
Synopsis
After buying the filly Dixie following a strong finish Southern horse breeder John Porter discovers she has been doped for the contest. When he is paralyzed from a fall from Dixie his son, Alan, embezzles money from the bank to save the family finances. Because of his love for Alan's sister Alis, George Mortimer takes the blame for the crime, losing his job. Disguised as a boy, Alis enters Dixie in a race and rides the horse to victory and all ends happily.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 7, 1925
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Scott Sidney
- Screenplay & Story
- William Alexander Fraser, F. McGrew Willis
- Original Title
- The Million Dollar Handicap
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Metropolitan Pictures Corporation of California
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Scott Sidney
William Alexander Fraser, F. McGrew Willis
Devereaux Jennings
Department Leadership Roster
Scott Sidney
Director
Devereaux Jennings
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Million Dollar Handicap
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What is The Million Dollar Handicap about?
After buying the filly Dixie following a strong finish Southern horse breeder John Porter discovers she has been doped for the contest. When he is paralyzed from a fall from Dixie his son, Alan, embezzles money from the bank to save the family finances. Because of his love for Alan's sister Alis, George Mortimer takes the blame for the crime, losing his job. Disguised as a boy, Alis enters Dixie in a race and rides the horse to victory and all ends happily.
Who directed The Million Dollar Handicap?
The Million Dollar Handicap was directed by Scott Sidney.
Who stars in The Million Dollar Handicap?
The principal cast of The Million Dollar Handicap includes Vera Reynolds, Edmund Burns, Ralph Lewis, Ward Crane, Tom Wilson.
When was The Million Dollar Handicap released and how long is it?
The Million Dollar Handicap was released in 1925 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Is The Million Dollar Handicap based on a book or true story?
The Million Dollar Handicap is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "William Alexander Fraser".