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IMDbNR1915United States of America

The Scorpion's Sting

Synopsis

Discovered by Marston in the act of robbing the safe, Mann, the crook, shoots and slays him. The murderer escapes, carrying with him a casket containing jewels. So strongly do circumstances point to Lyda, Marston's daughter, as the slayer, that she is tried for the crime. Despite the evidence of the butler and other servants, who tell of a violent quarrel between Lyda and her father just prior to the shooting, the girl is acquitted.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 6, 1915

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Robert G. Vignola
Screenplay & Story
Doty Hobart
Original Title
The Scorpion's Sting
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
Unknown
Production Studios
Kalem Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Robert G. Vignola

Screenplay & Story

Doty Hobart

Department Leadership Roster

Robert G. Vignola

Robert G. Vignola

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Scorpion's Sting.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Scorpion's Sting

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Scorpion's Sting about?

Discovered by Marston in the act of robbing the safe, Mann, the crook, shoots and slays him. The murderer escapes, carrying with him a casket containing jewels. So strongly do circumstances point to Lyda, Marston's daughter, as the slayer, that she is tried for the crime. Despite the evidence of the butler and other servants, who tell of a violent quarrel between Lyda and her father just prior to the shooting, the girl is acquitted.

Who directed The Scorpion's Sting?

The Scorpion's Sting was directed by Robert G. Vignola.

Who stars in The Scorpion's Sting?

The principal cast of The Scorpion's Sting includes Henry Hallam, Alice Hollister, Arthur Albertson, Bob Walker, Harry F. Millarde.

When was The Scorpion's Sting released and how long is it?

The Scorpion's Sting was released in 1915 with a total runtime of Unknown.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Scorpion's Sting?

The Scorpion's Sting holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).