Fifty Candles
Originally released in 1921. Fifty Candles is a mystery film. directed by Irvin Willat. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bertram Grassby, Marjorie Daw, and Ruth King
Synopsis
Sentenced to be deported from Hawaii, Hung Chin Chung pledges twenty years of service to Henry Drew to escape the certain death that awaits him in China. Rage at his humiliation and inability to marry as a free man smolders in him throughout his servitude, near the end of which he sails to San Francisco with the Drew family. Also on board is Ralph Coolidge, who tries to retrieve from Drew his share of their gold mine, and who loves Drew's secretary, Mary-Will Tellfair. Shortly after their arrival, Henry Drew is murdered; suspicion falls on Ralph, the owner of the murder weapon, a curious Chinese dagger; but subsequent events lead Hung Chin Chung to confess to the crime.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Irvin V. Willat Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fifty Candles about?
Sentenced to be deported from Hawaii, Hung Chin Chung pledges twenty years of service to Henry Drew to escape the certain death that awaits him in China. Rage at his humiliation and inability to ma...
Who directed Fifty Candles?
Fifty Candles was directed by Irvin Willat.
How long is Fifty Candles?
Fifty Candles has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was Fifty Candles released?
Fifty Candles was released on December 11, 1921 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Fifty Candles?
The main cast of Fifty Candles includes Bertram Grassby, Marjorie Daw, Ruth King, Wade Boteler, William A. Carroll.