Across the Dead-Line
Synopsis
Gilead is a lumber town that is dominated by two branches of the Kidder family: the puritanical, ultra-conservative side led by Enoch and his son John, and the hedonistic branch led by Enoch's brother Aaron. Aaron plans to sway John to come over to his side by using a young girl who has lost her memory to lure him over, but when he kidnaps her John sets out to free her. Complications ensue.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 9, 1922
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Conway
- Screenplay & Story
- George C. Hull, Clarence Budington Kelland
- Original Title
- Across the Dead-Line
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Conway
George C. Hull, Clarence Budington Kelland
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Conway
Director
George C. Hull
Writer
Clarence Budington Kelland
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Across the Dead-Line
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Across the Dead-Line about?
Gilead is a lumber town that is dominated by two branches of the Kidder family: the puritanical, ultra-conservative side led by Enoch and his son John, and the hedonistic branch led by Enoch's brother Aaron. Aaron plans to sway John to come over to his side by using a young girl who has lost her memory to lure him over, but when he kidnaps her John sets out to free her. Complications ensue.
Who directed Across the Dead-Line?
Across the Dead-Line was directed by Jack Conway.
Who stars in Across the Dead-Line?
The principal cast of Across the Dead-Line includes Frank Mayo, Russell Simpson, Wilfred Lucas, Lydia Knott, Molly Malone.
When was Across the Dead-Line released and how long is it?
Across the Dead-Line was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 50m.