Gladys Leslie
Adele Ormsby
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Synopsis
The son of a murdered detective follows the counterfeiting gang responsible for his father's death. Rescuing a young woman draws him further into its network, where capture and attempted killing repeatedly interrupt his pursuit. His growing affection becomes another complication when the investigation approaches people connected to her.
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DirectorsHarry Houdini
Behind the scenes
Harry Houdini both directed and starred in this feature. Its detective framework creates repeated opportunities for escapes and physical danger, adapting the central attraction of his stage reputation to an extended adventure narrative.
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Work catalogued as public domain in the United States.
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Availability checked on September 10, 2026.
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- Gladys Leslie — Alfred Cheney Johnston · Public domain
- William J. Humphrey — Elmer Chickering · Public domain
