The Bait
Originally released in 1916. The Bait is a drama/crime film. directed by William Bowman. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Betty Harte, William Clifford, and Fred Montague
Synopsis
Margot is the pawn in a game set up by her father, "Old Bill" Prewitt, and her husband, Tom Sloan. They use her to fleece gamblers until a gun fight results in serious injuries for both Tom and Bill. Bill thinks Tom is dead and takes Margot across country. He finally collapses from exhaustion and they are found by a trapper.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 22, 1916
110 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Centaur Film Company
- David Horsley Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bait about?
Margot is the pawn in a game set up by her father, "Old Bill" Prewitt, and her husband, Tom Sloan. They use her to fleece gamblers until a gun fight results in serious injuries for both Tom and Bil...
Who directed The Bait?
The Bait was directed by William Bowman.
How long is The Bait?
The Bait has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Bait released?
The Bait was released on January 22, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Bait?
The main cast of The Bait includes Betty Harte, William Clifford, Fred Montague, Patricia Palmer, Oliver C. Allen.