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8.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb192050mUnited States of America

Under Northern Lights

Synopsis

Douglas MacLeod of the Royal North West Mounted Police is in love with Suzanne Foucharde, who has adopted an abandoned Indian baby, the illegitimate child of Louis La Rocque and Na Fa Kowa. When La Rocque insinuates that the baby is Suzanne's, her brother Henry defends his sister's honor and kills the villain. In spite of his love for Suzanne, it is Douglas' duty to arrest Henry. He does so, but later allows him to escape, taking the bullet himself that was fired after Henry by Constable Burke.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

August 27, 1920

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Jacques Jaccard
Screenplay & Story
Kay Harrison, Jacques Jaccard
Original Title
Under Northern Lights
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
50m
Production Studios
Universal Film Manufacturing Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jacques Jaccard

Screenplay & Story

Kay Harrison, Jacques Jaccard

Department Leadership Roster

Jacques Jaccard

Jacques Jaccard

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Under Northern Lights.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Under Northern Lights

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

What is Under Northern Lights about?

Douglas MacLeod of the Royal North West Mounted Police is in love with Suzanne Foucharde, who has adopted an abandoned Indian baby, the illegitimate child of Louis La Rocque and Na Fa Kowa. When La Rocque insinuates that the baby is Suzanne's, her brother Henry defends his sister's honor and kills the villain. In spite of his love for Suzanne, it is Douglas' duty to arrest Henry. He does so, but later allows him to escape, taking the bullet himself that was fired after Henry by Constable Burke.

Who directed Under Northern Lights?

Under Northern Lights was directed by Jacques Jaccard.

Who stars in Under Northern Lights?

The principal cast of Under Northern Lights includes William Buckley, Tom London, Virginia Brown Faire, Herbert Bethew, Charles Brinley.

When was Under Northern Lights released and how long is it?

Under Northern Lights was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 50m.