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8.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19261h 10mUnited States of America

The Silent Lover

“Millions of girls would walk miles for a Sheik- but the desert girls deserted their Sheiks for this Silent Lover!.. And why not- he outfought them- outrode them- out-romanced them!”

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Synopsis

The dissolute Count Pierre Tornai, having dissipated his fortune in Paris, embezzles embassy funds while intoxicated; and after spending his last penny on a dancer, he contemplates suicide but is persuaded to enlist in the Foreign Legion. Based on the 1922 play Der Legionër by Lajos Biró.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

November 21, 1926

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
George Archainbaud
Screenplay & Story
Lajos Biró, Carey Wilson
Original Title
The Silent Lover
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
1h 10m
Production Studios
First National Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

George Archainbaud

Screenplay & Story

Lajos Biró, Carey Wilson

Director of Photography

Charles Van Enger

Department Leadership Roster

George Archainbaud

George Archainbaud

Director

Charles Van Enger

Director of Photography

Carey Wilson

Carey Wilson

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Silent Lover.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Silent Lover

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

What is The Silent Lover about?

The dissolute Count Pierre Tornai, having dissipated his fortune in Paris, embezzles embassy funds while intoxicated; and after spending his last penny on a dancer, he contemplates suicide but is persuaded to enlist in the Foreign Legion. Based on the 1922 play Der Legionër by Lajos Biró.

Who directed The Silent Lover?

The Silent Lover was directed by George Archainbaud.

Who stars in The Silent Lover?

The principal cast of The Silent Lover includes Milton Sills, Natalie Kingston, William Humphrey, Arthur Edmund Carewe, William V. Mong.

When was The Silent Lover released and how long is it?

The Silent Lover was released in 1926 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.