The Recoil
Synopsis
When Richard Cameron, a secret service agent tracking down international spies, is kidnapped by the enemy, Mirian Somerset, to whom Richard has been surreptitiously married, believes that he is dead.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 13, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Fitzmaurice
- Screenplay & Story
- Anthony Paul Kelly
- Original Title
- The Recoil
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Astra Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Fitzmaurice
Anthony Paul Kelly
Department Leadership Roster
George Fitzmaurice
Director
Anthony Paul Kelly
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Recoil
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What is The Recoil about?
When Richard Cameron, a secret service agent tracking down international spies, is kidnapped by the enemy, Mirian Somerset, to whom Richard has been surreptitiously married, believes that he is dead.
Who directed The Recoil?
The Recoil was directed by George Fitzmaurice.
Who stars in The Recoil?
The principal cast of The Recoil includes William Courtenay, Lilian Greuze, Frank Belcher, Dora Mills Adams, William Raymond.
When was The Recoil released and how long is it?
The Recoil was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Recoil?
The Recoil holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).