

The Man from Nowhere
Synopsis
Although Dorenzo murders Betty Herron, a jury convicts her brother James, and sentences him to life imprisonment. Then, after James saves the governor's life during a prison revolt, he is made a trustee and falls in love with the governor's daughter Ruth, even though he has yet to meet her.
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June 19, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henry Otto
- Screenplay & Story
- William H. Clifford
- Original Title
- The Man from Nowhere
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henry Otto
William H. Clifford
Department Leadership Roster
Henry Otto
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Man from Nowhere
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What is The Man from Nowhere about?
Although Dorenzo murders Betty Herron, a jury convicts her brother James, and sentences him to life imprisonment. Then, after James saves the governor's life during a prison revolt, he is made a trustee and falls in love with the governor's daughter Ruth, even though he has yet to meet her.
Who directed The Man from Nowhere?
The Man from Nowhere was directed by Henry Otto.
Who stars in The Man from Nowhere?
The principal cast of The Man from Nowhere includes King Baggot, Irene Hunt, Joseph W. Girard, Helen Marten, Johnnie Walker.
When was The Man from Nowhere released and how long is it?
The Man from Nowhere was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.
