

The Last Card
1921-05-23 · 60 min · ★ 8.0
Ralph Kirkwood is falsely tried for murder. He is found guilty after being represented by lawyer, Tom Gannell. Kirkwood's wife believes she knows the identity of the real killer and sets about trapping him.
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- Directors
- Bayard Veiller
- Production companies
- Metro Pictures Corporation
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
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May AllisonElsie Kirkwood
Alan RoscoeRalph Kirkwood
Frank ElliottTom Gannell
Irene HuntEmma Gannell
Fred KelseyDetective (uncredited)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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