The Bait
Synopsis
Margot is the pawn in a game set up by her father, "Old Bill" Prewitt, and her husband, Tom Sloan. They use her to fleece gamblers until a gun fight results in serious injuries for both Tom and Bill. Bill thinks Tom is dead and takes Margot across country. He finally collapses from exhaustion and they are found by a trapper.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 22, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Bowman
- Original Title
- The Bait
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Centaur Film Company, David Horsley Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Bowman
Department Leadership Roster
William Bowman
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bait
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What is The Bait about?
Margot is the pawn in a game set up by her father, "Old Bill" Prewitt, and her husband, Tom Sloan. They use her to fleece gamblers until a gun fight results in serious injuries for both Tom and Bill. Bill thinks Tom is dead and takes Margot across country. He finally collapses from exhaustion and they are found by a trapper.
Who directed The Bait?
The Bait was directed by William Bowman.
Who stars in The Bait?
The principal cast of The Bait includes Betty Harte, William Clifford, Fred Montague, Patricia Palmer, Oliver C. Allen.
When was The Bait released and how long is it?
The Bait was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.