The Suspect
Synopsis
The Suspect is a 1916 lost silent film directed by S. Rankin Drew. Set in France and Russia, the plot revolves around the cruelties of Russian Grand Duke Karatoff, known to friends and enemies alike as "the butcher." Sophie, leader of a band of revolutionaries, attempts to assassinate Karatoff but accidentally wounds his son Paul instead.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 22, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- S. Rankin Drew
- Screenplay & Story
- H.J.W. Bam, S. Rankin Drew
- Original Title
- The Suspect
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Vitagraph Company of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
S. Rankin Drew
H.J.W. Bam, S. Rankin Drew
Department Leadership Roster
S. Rankin Drew
Director
S. Rankin Drew
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Suspect
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Suspect about?
The Suspect is a 1916 lost silent film directed by S. Rankin Drew. Set in France and Russia, the plot revolves around the cruelties of Russian Grand Duke Karatoff, known to friends and enemies alike as "the butcher." Sophie, leader of a band of revolutionaries, attempts to assassinate Karatoff but accidentally wounds his son Paul instead.
Who directed The Suspect?
The Suspect was directed by S. Rankin Drew.
Who stars in The Suspect?
The principal cast of The Suspect includes S. Rankin Drew, Anita Stewart, Anders Randolf, George Cooper, Frank Morgan.
When was The Suspect released and how long is it?
The Suspect was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Suspect?
The Suspect holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).