Checkers
Synopsis
Edward Campbell, known as Checkers, is a racetrack tout. Determined to reform himself, he foreswears gambling, but must take it up once more in order to save someone he loves from disaster.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 24, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Stanton
- Screenplay & Story
- Henry Martyn Blossom, Adrian Johnson
- Original Title
- Checkers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Stanton
Henry Martyn Blossom, Adrian Johnson
Department Leadership Roster
Adrian Johnson
Writer
Richard Stanton
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Checkers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Checkers about?
Edward Campbell, known as Checkers, is a racetrack tout. Determined to reform himself, he foreswears gambling, but must take it up once more in order to save someone he loves from disaster.
Who directed Checkers?
Checkers was directed by Richard Stanton.
Who stars in Checkers?
The principal cast of Checkers includes Thomas Carrigan, Jean Acker, Robert Elliott, Tammany Young, Bertram Marburgh.
When was Checkers released and how long is it?
Checkers was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
Is Checkers based on a book or true story?
Checkers is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Henry Martyn Blossom".