The Pool of Flame
Synopsis
J. Warren Kerrigan plays the standard Vance hero, a devil-may-care Irish mercenary named Terrence O'Rourke. While knocking about in India, O'Rourke comes into possession of the Pool of Flame, a valuable ruby stolen from a Hindu temple. Typically, whosoever possesses this gem is marked for death, but O'Rourke hopes to beat the odds by utilizing the Pool of Flame to insure, rather than impede, his good luck.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 21, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Otis Turner
- Screenplay & Story
- F. McGrew Willis, Louis Joseph Vance
- Original Title
- The Pool of Flame
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company, Red Feather Photoplays
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Otis Turner
F. McGrew Willis, Louis Joseph Vance
Department Leadership Roster
Otis Turner
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Pool of Flame
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What is The Pool of Flame about?
J. Warren Kerrigan plays the standard Vance hero, a devil-may-care Irish mercenary named Terrence O'Rourke. While knocking about in India, O'Rourke comes into possession of the Pool of Flame, a valuable ruby stolen from a Hindu temple. Typically, whosoever possesses this gem is marked for death, but O'Rourke hopes to beat the odds by utilizing the Pool of Flame to insure, rather than impede, his good luck.
Who directed The Pool of Flame?
The Pool of Flame was directed by Otis Turner.
Who stars in The Pool of Flame?
The principal cast of The Pool of Flame includes J. Warren Kerrigan, Lois Wilson, Harry Carter, Maude George, Bertram Grassby.
When was The Pool of Flame released and how long is it?
The Pool of Flame was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is The Pool of Flame based on a book or true story?
The Pool of Flame is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Louis Joseph Vance".