The Light in Darkness
Originally released in 1917. The Light in Darkness is a crime/drama film. directed by Alan Crosland. At just 49 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Shirley Mason, Frank Morgan, and William H. Tooker
Synopsis
Bank cashier Ramsey Latham is sentenced to prison for violation of the banking laws. On his way to the penitentiary, he encounters Hilary Kenyon, a young girl who speaks encouragingly to him. Later he is surprised to discover that Hilary is also a prisoner, having been found guilty of manslaughter for killing a man who attacked her.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 9, 1917
108 years ago
Runtime
0h 49m
49 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Shirley Mason
as Hilary Kenyon
Frank Morgan
as Ramsey Latham
William H. Tooker
as Sheriff Brad Milligan
J. Frank Glendon
as J. Arthur Converse
Bigelow Cooper
as DeWitt Pierce
William Wadsworth
as Sheriff Len Moody
Charles Martin
as The Bank Teller
George S. Trimble
as Governor of California
Samuel N. Niblack
as State Bank Examiner
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Thomas A. Edison, Inc.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Light in Darkness about?
Bank cashier Ramsey Latham is sentenced to prison for violation of the banking laws. On his way to the penitentiary, he encounters Hilary Kenyon, a young girl who speaks encouragingly to him. Later...
Who directed The Light in Darkness?
The Light in Darkness was directed by Alan Crosland.
How long is The Light in Darkness?
The Light in Darkness has a runtime of 0 hours and 49 minutes (49 minutes total).
When was The Light in Darkness released?
The Light in Darkness was released on July 9, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Light in Darkness?
The main cast of The Light in Darkness includes Shirley Mason, Frank Morgan, William H. Tooker, J. Frank Glendon, Bigelow Cooper.