The Great Mail Robbery
“A stirring drama spiced with mystery and adventure centered around the crushing of a desperate gang of Train Bandits by the U. S. Marines.”
Synopsis
Veteran serial director George B. Seitz keeps things perpetually on the move in The Great Mail Robbery. Theodore von Eltz stars as Marine lieutenant Donald Macready, assigned by his commanding officer to squelch a train-robbery gang. Going undercover, Macready infiltrates the gang and monitors their every move.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 19, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George B. Seitz
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Milne
- Original Title
- The Great Mail Robbery
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Robertson-Cole Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George B. Seitz
Peter Milne
Department Leadership Roster
George B. Seitz
Director
Peter Milne
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Great Mail Robbery
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What is The Great Mail Robbery about?
Veteran serial director George B. Seitz keeps things perpetually on the move in The Great Mail Robbery. Theodore von Eltz stars as Marine lieutenant Donald Macready, assigned by his commanding officer to squelch a train-robbery gang. Going undercover, Macready infiltrates the gang and monitors their every move.
Who directed The Great Mail Robbery?
The Great Mail Robbery was directed by George B. Seitz.
Who stars in The Great Mail Robbery?
The principal cast of The Great Mail Robbery includes Theodore von Eltz, Frank Nelson, Jean Fenwick, Lee Shumway, DeWitt Jennings.
When was The Great Mail Robbery released and how long is it?
The Great Mail Robbery was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.