A Splendid Hazard
“The Story starts thus: "And as the stars fall-out of nothing into nothing.......We are born-we live- and we die in the midst of the marvelous."”
Synopsis
Karl Breitman, obsessed with the notion that he is a descendant of Napoleon, is driven to restore the monarchy in France. To accomplish this, he courts Hedda Gobert, who, he has learned, possesses Napoleon's papers. Upon winning Hedda, Breitman steals the documents, which lead him to America and the home of Admiral Killigrew where, the papers allege, the emperor's hidden wealth resides.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 26, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Allan Dwan
- Screenplay & Story
- Harold McGrath
- Original Title
- A Splendid Hazard
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Mayflower Photoplay Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Allan Dwan
Harold McGrath
Department Leadership Roster
Allan Dwan
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 A Splendid Hazard
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What is A Splendid Hazard about?
Karl Breitman, obsessed with the notion that he is a descendant of Napoleon, is driven to restore the monarchy in France. To accomplish this, he courts Hedda Gobert, who, he has learned, possesses Napoleon's papers. Upon winning Hedda, Breitman steals the documents, which lead him to America and the home of Admiral Killigrew where, the papers allege, the emperor's hidden wealth resides.
Who directed A Splendid Hazard?
A Splendid Hazard was directed by Allan Dwan.
Who stars in A Splendid Hazard?
The principal cast of A Splendid Hazard includes Henry B. Walthall, Rosemary Theby, Norman Kerry, Ann Forrest, Hardee Kirkland.
When was A Splendid Hazard released and how long is it?
A Splendid Hazard was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Is A Splendid Hazard based on a book or true story?
A Splendid Hazard is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Harold McGrath".
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Splendid Hazard?
A Splendid Hazard holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).