Hangman's House
"Donn Byrne's Romance of Racing and Racial Intrigue"
Originally released in 1928. Hangman's House is a thriller/drama film. directed by John Ford. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Victor McLaglen, June Collyer, and Earle Foxe
Synopsis
Forced by her mean-spirited father, Lord Chief Justice James O'Brien, to marry a man she doesn't love, Connaught O'Brien gives up hope of ever with her true love, Dermot McDermot. After her father dies and a hunted rebel leader returns to town, however, Connaught finds a renewed hope that the tides of oppression will shift and she might again find happiness. This silent romantic drama, set in Ireland, is the first film in which a then-unknown John Wayne is clearly visible.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 13, 1928
97 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (15 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Victor McLaglen
as Denis Hogan
June Collyer
as Connaught O'Brien
Earle Foxe
as John D'Arcy
Hobart Bosworth
as Lord Chief Justice James O'Brien
Larry Kent
as Dermot McDermot
Joseph Burke
as Neddy Joe - Dermot's Servant
Mary Gordon
as The Woman at Hogan's Hideout
Brian Desmond Hurst
as Horse Race Spectator
Eric Mayne
as Colonel of Legionnaires
Jack Pennick
as Man Bringing Dermot to Hogan
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fox Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hangman's House about?
Forced by her mean-spirited father, Lord Chief Justice James O'Brien, to marry a man she doesn't love, Connaught O'Brien gives up hope of ever with her true love, Dermot McDermot. After her father ...
Who directed Hangman's House?
Hangman's House was directed by John Ford.
How long is Hangman's House?
Hangman's House has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Hangman's House released?
Hangman's House was released on May 13, 1928 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hangman's House?
The main cast of Hangman's House includes Victor McLaglen, June Collyer, Earle Foxe, Hobart Bosworth, Larry Kent.