The Lone Wolf
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Originally released in 1917. The Lone Wolf is a mystery film. directed by Herbert Brenon. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hazel Dawn, Bert Lytell, and Stephen Grattan
Synopsis
When Marcel, a waif, saves master crook Burke from the police, Burke adopts the youngster and teaches him his profession. Years later, Marcel has become a master crook himself, working under the name of Michael Lanyard. His clever work baffles the Paris police, who dub him "The Lone Wolf". The Pack, a gang of criminals, notifies The Wolf that unless he joins them, he is marked for destruction. Lucy, an undercover agent masquerading as a crook to expose the gang, helps The Wolf escape. This inaugurates a series of adventures in which Lucy and The Wolf are pursued by the gang, finally making their escape to England by plane. The Pack follows, only to meet their death in a plane crash. Liberated from his tormentors, The Wolf vows to go straight and marries Lucy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 30, 1917
108 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Herbert Brenon Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Lone Wolf about?
When Marcel, a waif, saves master crook Burke from the police, Burke adopts the youngster and teaches him his profession. Years later, Marcel has become a master crook himself, working under the na...
Who directed The Lone Wolf?
The Lone Wolf was directed by Herbert Brenon.
How long is The Lone Wolf?
The Lone Wolf has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was The Lone Wolf released?
The Lone Wolf was released on June 30, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Lone Wolf?
The main cast of The Lone Wolf includes Hazel Dawn, Bert Lytell, Stephen Grattan, Alfred Hickman, Riley Hatch.