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The Trail of the Octopus
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The Trail of the Octopus

1919-10-19 · 420 min · ★ 7.5

Mystery · Thriller · Action

Carter Holmes, master criminologist, must help the oft-kidnapped Ruth Stanhope to find the 9 daggers that will unlock the secret of the cursed Devil's Trademark!

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Directors
Duke Worne
Production companies
Hallmark Pictures Corporation
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Ben F. WilsonBen F. WilsonCarter Holmes
Neva GerberNeva GerberRuth Stanhope
William DyerWilliam DyerSandy MacNab
Howard CramptonHoward CramptonDr. Reid Stanhope
William A. CarrollWilliam A. CarrollOmar
Marie PavisMlle. Zora Ruharde
Al Ernest GarciaAl Ernest GarciaWang
Harry ArcherHarry ArcherRaoul Bornay
C.M. WilliamsAboul Shabistari
John GeorgeJohn GeorgeBorno - The Ape Man
Charles KingCharles KingHenchman

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