The Trapping of 'Peeler' White
Synopsis
Dick Benton is making a game attempt to start life all over again, after escaping from prison where he was confined for a crime he did not commit. "Peeler" White, who was really guilty, and who aided Benton to escape without telling the reason for his interest, stumbles across the young man who is now an express messenger. "Peeler" threatens to disclose his knowledge unless Benton aids him in a fake hold-up. The young man pretends to be a willing victim, but really warns the railroad detectives and "Peeler" and his companion find themselves in a trap on the train the following day.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Gunnis Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Herman A. Blackman
- Original Title
- The Trapping of 'Peeler' White
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 12m
- Production Studios
- Kalem Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Gunnis Davis
Herman A. Blackman
Department Leadership Roster
J. Gunnis Davis
Director
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 Trapping of 'Peeler' White
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What is The Trapping of 'Peeler' White about?
Dick Benton is making a game attempt to start life all over again, after escaping from prison where he was confined for a crime he did not commit. "Peeler" White, who was really guilty, and who aided Benton to escape without telling the reason for his interest, stumbles across the young man who is now an express messenger. "Peeler" threatens to disclose his knowledge unless Benton aids him in a fake hold-up. The young man pretends to be a willing victim, but really warns the railroad detectives and "Peeler" and his companion find themselves in a trap on the train the following day.
Who directed The Trapping of 'Peeler' White?
The Trapping of 'Peeler' White was directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Who stars in The Trapping of 'Peeler' White?
The principal cast of The Trapping of 'Peeler' White includes Helen Gibson, True Boardman, Roy Watson, Harry Schumm, Scott Pembroke.
When was The Trapping of 'Peeler' White released and how long is it?
The Trapping of 'Peeler' White was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 12m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Trapping of 'Peeler' White?
The Trapping of 'Peeler' White holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).