The Arab
Synopsis
An old sheik punishes his son Jamil for robbing a caravan by giving his horse to the wronged merchant. The horse is sold to a Turkish general then given to a Christian missionary Mary Hilbert. Jamil takes it from her but then, after falling in loves, save her and her father. When his father dies, Jamil must relinquish Mary to become the new sheik.
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 14, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cecil B. DeMille
- Screenplay & Story
- Cecil B. DeMille
- Original Title
- The Arab
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Jesse L. Lasky Productions, Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cecil B. DeMille
Cecil B. DeMille
Cecil B. DeMille
Department Leadership Roster
Cecil B. DeMille
Director
Cecil B. DeMille
Writer
Cecil B. DeMille
Producer
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What is The Arab about?
An old sheik punishes his son Jamil for robbing a caravan by giving his horse to the wronged merchant. The horse is sold to a Turkish general then given to a Christian missionary Mary Hilbert. Jamil takes it from her but then, after falling in loves, save her and her father. When his father dies, Jamil must relinquish Mary to become the new sheik.
Who directed The Arab?
The Arab was directed by Cecil B. DeMille.
Who stars in The Arab?
The principal cast of The Arab includes Not specified.
When was The Arab released and how long is it?
The Arab was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 50m.