

The Wonder Man
1920-05-29 · 70 min · ★ 7.0
French Secret Service agent and boxer Henri D'Alour uncovers a plot to con the government out of millions of francs in its purchase of machinery.
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- Directors
- John G. Adolfi
- Production companies
- Robertson-Cole Pictures Corporation
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
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Georges CarpentierHenri D'Alour
Faire BinneyDorothy Stoner
Florence BillingsMrs. Stoner
Robert BarratAlan GardnerTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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