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8.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19261h 10mUnited States of America

The Social Highwayman

Synopsis

Young reporter Jay Walker is given the job of investigating Ducket Nelson, an infamous bandit. While driving in the country Walker is held up by Nelson--who is disguised as an elderly Gypsy woman--and when his colleagues at the newspaper find out and ridicule him, his publisher tells him not to come back until he himself captures Nelson. Determined to avenge his embarrassment, he sets out to find and bring in the bandit.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

May 15, 1926

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
William Beaudine
Screenplay & Story
Darryl F. Zanuck, Edward T. Lowe Jr., Philip Klein
Original Title
The Social Highwayman
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
1h 10m
Production Studios
Warner Bros. Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

William Beaudine

Screenplay & Story

Darryl F. Zanuck, Edward T. Lowe Jr., Philip Klein

Director of Photography

John J. Mescall

Department Leadership Roster

William Beaudine

William Beaudine

Director

John J. Mescall

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Social Highwayman.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Social Highwayman

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

What is The Social Highwayman about?

Young reporter Jay Walker is given the job of investigating Ducket Nelson, an infamous bandit. While driving in the country Walker is held up by Nelson--who is disguised as an elderly Gypsy woman--and when his colleagues at the newspaper find out and ridicule him, his publisher tells him not to come back until he himself captures Nelson. Determined to avenge his embarrassment, he sets out to find and bring in the bandit.

Who directed The Social Highwayman?

The Social Highwayman was directed by William Beaudine.

Who stars in The Social Highwayman?

The principal cast of The Social Highwayman includes John Patrick, Dorothy Devore, Montagu Love, Russell Simpson, George C. Pearce.

When was The Social Highwayman released and how long is it?

The Social Highwayman was released in 1926 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.