The Master Mystery
"a masterly drama of thrilling action and heart-interest each episode flashing with the marvelous feats of the world's most widely reputed entertainer."
Originally released in 1918. The Master Mystery is a action/mystery film. directed by Harry Grossman. With a runtime of 3h 58m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Harry Houdini, Marguerite Marsh, and Ruth Stonehouse
Synopsis
In this action-packed serial, government agent Quentin Locke infiltrates a corrupt patents company, only to run into the gleaming terror of its robot protector, the Automaton. In order to save the beautiful Eva Brent and find a cure for the dreaded Madagascar Madness, Locke suffers an inhuman array of tortures and physical restraints. He is chained, tied with barbed wire, padlocked in a crate and thrown in the water, tied beneath a descending elevator, strapped to an electric chair, and bound in an elaborate Oriental torture chamber.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 18, 1918
107 years ago
Runtime
3h 58m
238 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Rolfe Photoplays
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Master Mystery about?
In this action-packed serial, government agent Quentin Locke infiltrates a corrupt patents company, only to run into the gleaming terror of its robot protector, the Automaton. In order to save the ...
Who directed The Master Mystery?
The Master Mystery was directed by Harry Grossman.
How long is The Master Mystery?
The Master Mystery has a runtime of 3 hours and 58 minutes (238 minutes total).
When was The Master Mystery released?
The Master Mystery was released on November 18, 1918 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Master Mystery?
The main cast of The Master Mystery includes Harry Houdini, Marguerite Marsh, Ruth Stonehouse, Edna Britton, William Pike.