The Eye of the Night
“A Simple Story of An Abused Trust In Mankind and Full of Pathos and Human Appeal and Wonderfully Produced”
Synopsis
William H. Thompson plays a likeable old lighthouse keeper who must contend with his less likeable fellow villagers. One of Thompson's acts of kindness is to bless the "scandalous" romance between hero and heroine.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 16, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Walter Edwards
- Screenplay & Story
- C. Gardner Sullivan
- Original Title
- The Eye of the Night
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Kay-Bee Pictures, New York Motion Picture
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Walter Edwards
C. Gardner Sullivan
Devereaux Jennings
Department Leadership Roster
Walter Edwards
Director
C. Gardner Sullivan
Writer
Devereaux Jennings
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Eye of the Night
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What is The Eye of the Night about?
William H. Thompson plays a likeable old lighthouse keeper who must contend with his less likeable fellow villagers. One of Thompson's acts of kindness is to bless the "scandalous" romance between hero and heroine.
Who directed The Eye of the Night?
The Eye of the Night was directed by Walter Edwards.
Who stars in The Eye of the Night?
The principal cast of The Eye of the Night includes William H. Thompson, Margery Wilson, J.P. Lockney, Aggie Herring, John Gilbert.
When was The Eye of the Night released and how long is it?
The Eye of the Night was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.