The Speeding Venus
Originally released in 1926. The Speeding Venus is a drama film. directed by Robert Thornby. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Priscilla Dean, Robert Frazer, and Dale Fuller
Synopsis
Jed Morgan, a Detroit automobile manufacturer, calls in John Steele, a mechanical genius, and Chet Higgins, a promoter, and offers a half interest in profits to the first man to perfect his gear-less motor invention. Emily Dale, Morgan's confidential adviser, prefers Steele and urges him to win, while Higgins calls to his aid a renegade mechanic. Steele places his car on a train, and Higgins plans to wreck it so as to be the first to claim the prize; his plan succeeds, but Morgan is taken ill, giving Steele and Emily time to recondition the car. Emily obtains right-of-way over main roads and permission to speed on a record-breaking trip to California. In spite of attempts to stall her, Emily wins the race, though forced to drive her car through a show window. Steele is rewarded by Morgan with the money and the love of Emily.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metropolitan Pictures Corporation of California
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Speeding Venus about?
Jed Morgan, a Detroit automobile manufacturer, calls in John Steele, a mechanical genius, and Chet Higgins, a promoter, and offers a half interest in profits to the first man to perfect his gear-le...
Who directed The Speeding Venus?
The Speeding Venus was directed by Robert Thornby.
How long is The Speeding Venus?
The Speeding Venus has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was The Speeding Venus released?
The Speeding Venus was released on September 13, 1926 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Speeding Venus?
The main cast of The Speeding Venus includes Priscilla Dean, Robert Frazer, Dale Fuller, Johnny Fox, Ray Ripley.