The Unknown
Synopsis
Richard Farquhar, the ne'er-do-well nephew of a titled Englishman, after a protracted "good time" finds himself penniless in an Algerian hotel. He expects money from England, but instead receives a cablegram stating his allowance has been stopped and that his uncle will have nothing further to do with him.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 9, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Melford
- Screenplay & Story
- I.A.R. Wylie, Margaret Turnbull
- Original Title
- The Unknown
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Jesse L. Lasky Feature Play Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Melford
I.A.R. Wylie, Margaret Turnbull
Department Leadership Roster
George Melford
Director
Margaret Turnbull
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Unknown
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Unknown about?
Richard Farquhar, the ne'er-do-well nephew of a titled Englishman, after a protracted "good time" finds himself penniless in an Algerian hotel. He expects money from England, but instead receives a cablegram stating his allowance has been stopped and that his uncle will have nothing further to do with him.
Who directed The Unknown?
The Unknown was directed by George Melford.
Who stars in The Unknown?
The principal cast of The Unknown includes Lou Tellegen, Theodore Roberts, Dorothy Davenport, Hallie Clements, Tom Forman.
When was The Unknown released and how long is it?
The Unknown was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is The Unknown based on a book or true story?
The Unknown is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "I.A.R. Wylie".