The Hell Diggers
"A romance of gold and guile in the primitive west, of towering mountain, rushing river, endless plain, and among them- Titans battling for mastery; Wallie as a man's man."
Originally released in 1921. The Hell Diggers is a drama/horror film. directed by Frank Urson. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Wallace Reid, Lois Wilson, and Alexander Brown
Synopsis
Teddy Darman is the construction superintendent for the Continental Gold Dredging Company. But the farmers of the valley where the firm is doing its dredging are upset because it is ruining their land. Led by John Wade, the farmers form a fierce opposition. This doesn't bother Darman until he realizes that Dora (Lois Wilson), his sweetheart -- who is also Wade's daughter -- is siding with the farmers. This turns him around and the farmers mortgage their farms so that Darman can build a dredging machine that resoils the land.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 4, 1921
104 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 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
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hell Diggers about?
Teddy Darman is the construction superintendent for the Continental Gold Dredging Company. But the farmers of the valley where the firm is doing its dredging are upset because it is ruining their l...
Who directed The Hell Diggers?
The Hell Diggers was directed by Frank Urson.
How long is The Hell Diggers?
The Hell Diggers has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Hell Diggers released?
The Hell Diggers was released on September 4, 1921 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Hell Diggers?
The main cast of The Hell Diggers includes Wallace Reid, Lois Wilson, Alexander Brown, Frank Leigh, Lucien Littlefield.