The Decoy
Originally released in 1914. The Decoy is a crime/romance film. directed by Carl Gregory. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles Horan, Marie Rainford, and Virginia Waite
Synopsis
A rather complex interweaving of romance and crime is squeezed into one reel. A "respectable" couple of city "card sharpers" invite a distant country relative to visit, then use her as a pretty, unwitting decoy to lure rich victims. They flee town a step ahead of the law. At a resort, the innocent girl falls in love with the latest victim, but they help expose and apprehend the guilty parties.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 2, 1914
111 years ago
Runtime
0h 16m
16 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Thanhouser Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Decoy about?
A rather complex interweaving of romance and crime is squeezed into one reel. A "respectable" couple of city "card sharpers" invite a distant country relative to visit, then use her as a pretty, un...
Who directed The Decoy?
The Decoy was directed by Carl Gregory.
How long is The Decoy?
The Decoy has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was The Decoy released?
The Decoy was released on July 2, 1914 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Decoy?
The main cast of The Decoy includes Charles Horan, Marie Rainford, Virginia Waite, Muriel Ostriche, Boyd Marshall.