The Still Alarm
"The mad shriek of sirens-the wild clamor of bells. Smoke and flame pouring in dense black clouds from every window. The despairing cries of women and children trapped in that blazing inferno."
Originally released in 1926. The Still Alarm is a action/adventure film. directed by Edward Laemmle. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Helene Chadwick, William Russell, and Richard Travers
Synopsis
Lucy Fay leaves her husband, Richard, a fireman, for a suave politician, Perry Dunn. Richard compensates for the loss by adopting Drina, a baby girl whose mother perished in a fire. Drina develops into a beautiful young lady and becomes a model at a modiste shop owned by Dunn and managed by Lucy. Dunn is attracted to Drina and plots to get her alone by giving her a drugged drink. An untimely fire interferes with his plans, leaving Drina drugged and trapped by flames in Dunn's room, where she is sleeping.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 2, 1926
99 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Still Alarm about?
Lucy Fay leaves her husband, Richard, a fireman, for a suave politician, Perry Dunn. Richard compensates for the loss by adopting Drina, a baby girl whose mother perished in a fire. Drina develops ...
Who directed The Still Alarm?
The Still Alarm was directed by Edward Laemmle.
How long is The Still Alarm?
The Still Alarm has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was The Still Alarm released?
The Still Alarm was released on May 2, 1926 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Still Alarm?
The main cast of The Still Alarm includes Helene Chadwick, William Russell, Richard Travers, Edna Marion, John T. Murray.