Old King Coal
"A Gripping Episode of the Methods Used by the Coal Trust to Keep Up the Price of this Necessary Commodity."
Originally released in 1916. Old King Coal is a drama/adventure film. directed by George Lessey. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Harry Carey, Jane Novak, and Glen White
Synopsis
Stone assures Weisner, head of the Coal Trust, that Larnigan will never start for Pennsylvania. Weisner is skeptical and informs Stone that if he does go he may be killed, as a strike is in progress. Weisner, a little later in Maxwell's home repeats the statement of it being an easy matter to kill Tom should be come to the coal country. Dorothy Maxwell and Kitty Rockford overhear the conversation. They decide to go to the coal country and lend their aid to Tom. 8th chapter in the Graft serial.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 29, 1916
110 years ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old King Coal about?
Stone assures Weisner, head of the Coal Trust, that Larnigan will never start for Pennsylvania. Weisner is skeptical and informs Stone that if he does go he may be killed, as a strike is in progres...
Who directed Old King Coal?
Old King Coal was directed by George Lessey.
How long is Old King Coal?
Old King Coal has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was Old King Coal released?
Old King Coal was released on January 29, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Old King Coal?
The main cast of Old King Coal includes Harry Carey, Jane Novak, Glen White, Mina Cunard, Hector V. Sarno.