The Devil's Skipper
Synopsis
The Devil's Skipper was based on Demetrios Contos, a seafaring yarn by Jack London. Effectively cast against type, Belle Bennett plays a wronged woman who becomes the most brutal and feared slave-ship captain on the Seven Seas.
Top Cast
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Belle Bennett
The Devil Skipper
Montagu Love
First Mate
Gino Corrado
Philip La Farge
Mary McAllister
Marie La Farge
Cullen Landis
John Dubray
G. Raymond Nye
Nick the Greek
Pat Hartigan
Captain McKenna
Adolph Milar
Mate Cornish (as Adolph Millar)
Carolynne Snowden
Slave (as Caroline Snowden)
Stepin Fetchit
Slave's Husband
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John G. Adolfi
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack London, Jack Natteford, Harry Braxton, Viola Brothers Shore, Robert Dillon
- Original Title
- The Devil's Skipper
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Tiffany-Stahl Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John G. Adolfi
Jack London, Jack Natteford, Harry Braxton, Viola Brothers Shore, Robert Dillon
Ernest Miller
Department Leadership Roster
John G. Adolfi
Director
Jack Natteford
Writer
Ernest Miller
Director of Photography
Harry Braxton
Writer
Viola Brothers Shore
Writer
Robert Dillon
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Devil's Skipper.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Devil's Skipper
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What is The Devil's Skipper about?
The Devil's Skipper was based on Demetrios Contos, a seafaring yarn by Jack London. Effectively cast against type, Belle Bennett plays a wronged woman who becomes the most brutal and feared slave-ship captain on the Seven Seas.
Who directed The Devil's Skipper?
The Devil's Skipper was directed by John G. Adolfi.
Who stars in The Devil's Skipper?
The principal cast of The Devil's Skipper includes Belle Bennett, Montagu Love, Gino Corrado, Mary McAllister, Cullen Landis.
When was The Devil's Skipper released and how long is it?
The Devil's Skipper was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 58m.