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The Social Buccaneer
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The Social Buccaneer

1916-10-16 · 50 min · Not rated

Mystery · Drama

While working in China for Nathan Goldberg, a New York Jewish importer, Chattfield Bruce comes to admire the Robin Hood philosophy of Wong Lee, who gives to the poor all the food, clothing and money that he steals from the rich. After Chattfield informs Wong Lee of a betrayal among his gang, Wong Lee gives him a ring that is guaranteed to give the wearer the allegiance of any Chinese throughout the world.

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Directors
Jack Conway
Production companies
Universal Film Manufacturing Company, Bluebird Photoplays
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

J. Warren KerriganJ. Warren KerriganChattfield Bruce
Louise LovelyLouise LovelyMarjorie Woods
Maude GeorgeMaude GeorgeMiss Goldberg
Harry CarterHarry CarterCaglioni
Marc RobbinsMarc RobbinsNathan Goldberg
Hayward MackHayward MackSir Archibald Bamford
William T. HorneUndetermined Role

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