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The Ladder Jinx

August 20, 1922 1h 0m

Originally released in 1922. The Ladder Jinx is a comedy film. directed by Jess Robbins. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Edward Everett Horton, Margaret Landis, and Wilbur Higby

Synopsis

Peter Stalton, retiring as a bank cashier, is anxious that his nephew Richard Twing should succeed him. The directors, however, appoint Arthur Barnes, engaged to Helen Wilbur, the president's daughter. Being highly superstitious, Helen makes Arthur promise to cross back under a ladder under which he has walked earlier in the day. In doing so, he is accused of robbing a house and is pursued by the police. Passing the bank in which he works, he sees two robbers making a getaway just as the president and Helen arrive. Arthur pursues the bandits in their car, accompanied by Helen. They are arrested and accused of robbing Stalton's house and the bank, but Arthur is cleared by Sam, the Negro janitor, who exposes Richard Twing as the culprit. Arthur is freed and is happily reunited with his fiancée.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 20, 1922 103 years ago
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Runtime 1h 0m 60 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Vitagraph Company of America

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Ladder Jinx about?

Peter Stalton, retiring as a bank cashier, is anxious that his nephew Richard Twing should succeed him. The directors, however, appoint Arthur Barnes, engaged to Helen Wilbur, the president's daugh...

Who directed The Ladder Jinx?

The Ladder Jinx was directed by Jess Robbins.

How long is The Ladder Jinx?

The Ladder Jinx has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).

When was The Ladder Jinx released?

The Ladder Jinx was released on August 20, 1922 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Ladder Jinx?

The main cast of The Ladder Jinx includes Edward Everett Horton, Margaret Landis, Wilbur Higby, Tully Marshall, Otis Harlan.