The Bells
Originally released in 1926. The Bells is a drama/crime film. directed by James Young. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lionel Barrymore, Caroline Frances Cooke, and Gustav von Seyffertitz
Synopsis
A kindly but desperate Alsatian innkeeper named Mathias murders and robs a rich Jewish merchant staying at his inn, but the ghost of his victim will not let him rest. Meanwhile, a mysterious Mesmerist has come to town, claiming he has made many criminals confess their crimes...
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 29, 1926
99 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (16 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lionel Barrymore
as Mathias
Caroline Frances Cooke
as Catharine
Gustav von Seyffertitz
as Jerome Frantz
Lorimer Johnston
as Hans
Boris Karloff
as The Mesmerist
Eddie Phillips
as Christian
Lola Todd
as Annette
E. Alyn Warren
as Baruch Koweski / Jethro Koweski
Laura La Varnie
as Fortune Teller
John George
as Mesmerist Announcer (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Chadwick Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bells about?
A kindly but desperate Alsatian innkeeper named Mathias murders and robs a rich Jewish merchant staying at his inn, but the ghost of his victim will not let him rest. Meanwhile, a mysterious Mesme...
Who directed The Bells?
The Bells was directed by James Young.
How long is The Bells?
The Bells has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was The Bells released?
The Bells was released on July 29, 1926 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Bells?
The main cast of The Bells includes Lionel Barrymore, Caroline Frances Cooke, Gustav von Seyffertitz, Lorimer Johnston, Boris Karloff.