The Demon
Originally released in 1918. The Demon is a comedy film. directed by George D. Baker. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Edith Storey, Lew Cody, and Charles K. Gerrard
Synopsis
Jim Lassells travels to Africa to obtain proof that his cousin Harold Brooks is dead as rumored, and learns that an Algerian sultan killed the rich American. Since it is assumed that Brooks was childless, Jim inherits his cousin's fortune. At a slave market he buys a young girl named Perdita and sends her to a convent in Corsica to be educated. Years later, Jim meets Perdita again while traveling through Corsica with the impecunious Duchess of Westgate and her daughter, Lady Lilah Grey. When the party stops at an inn, Jim discovers that Perdita is not only a Persian princess, but also the long-lost daughter of Brooks, and therefore the rightful heir to Brooks' fortune.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Edith Storey
as Princess Perdita
Lew Cody
as Jim Lassells
Charles K. Gerrard
as Tom Reardon
Virginia Chester
as Lady Lilah Grey
Mollie McConnell
as The Duchess of Westgate
Laura Winston
as Aissa
Fred Malatesta
as Count Theodore de Seramo
Frank Deshon
as Prince Lorenzo di Rivoli
Alice Knowland
as Señorita Selina Rossi
Anne Schaefer
as Señorita Agatha Rossi
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Demon about?
Jim Lassells travels to Africa to obtain proof that his cousin Harold Brooks is dead as rumored, and learns that an Algerian sultan killed the rich American. Since it is assumed that Brooks was chi...
Who directed The Demon?
The Demon was directed by George D. Baker.
How long is The Demon?
The Demon has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Demon released?
The Demon was released on July 22, 1918 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Demon?
The main cast of The Demon includes Edith Storey, Lew Cody, Charles K. Gerrard, Virginia Chester, Mollie McConnell.