The Kentucky Derby
"NOW FOR THE BIG EVENT!"
Originally released in 1922. The Kentucky Derby is a action/adventure film. directed by King Baggot. At just 57 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Reginald Denny, Lillian Rich, and Emmett King
Synopsis
Posing as relatives, Ralph and Helen Gordon visit Col. Moncrief Gordon's Kentucky mansion, hoping to marry Helen to the colonel's son, Donald. The colonel agrees, but Donald balks at the suggestion, then reveals his secret marriage to Alice Brown. The colonel turns them out, and Ralph conspires with Bob Thurston to frame Donald for theft of Colonel Gordon's wager money and to shanghai him. After 3 years Donald discovers the source of his misfortune, returns, finds his wife, hears of a plot against his father's best racehorse, wrings a complete confession from Thurston, and saves the Derby for his repentant father.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 4, 1922
103 years ago
Runtime
0h 57m
57 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Reginald Denny
as Donald Gordon
Lillian Rich
as Alice Brown
Emmett King
as Col. Moncrief Gordon
Walter McGrail
as Ralph Gordon
Gertrude Astor
as Helen Gordon
Lionel Belmore
as Col. Rome Woolrich
Kingsley Benedict
as Joe
Bert Woodruff
as Rance Newcombe
Bert Tracy
as Topper Tom
Harry Carter
as Bob Thurston
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Kentucky Derby about?
Posing as relatives, Ralph and Helen Gordon visit Col. Moncrief Gordon's Kentucky mansion, hoping to marry Helen to the colonel's son, Donald. The colonel agrees, but Donald balks at the suggestion...
Who directed The Kentucky Derby?
The Kentucky Derby was directed by King Baggot.
How long is The Kentucky Derby?
The Kentucky Derby has a runtime of 0 hours and 57 minutes (57 minutes total).
When was The Kentucky Derby released?
The Kentucky Derby was released on December 4, 1922 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Kentucky Derby?
The main cast of The Kentucky Derby includes Reginald Denny, Lillian Rich, Emmett King, Walter McGrail, Gertrude Astor.