Death's Marathon (1913)

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Two business partners pursue the same woman. She accepts the marriage proposal of the irresponsible partner, much to her later regret. He squanders money on gambling, as his interest in her gradually wanes. One day after losing the company money in a card game, he decides to commit suicide. He telephones his wife from the office, as he puts a revolver near his head. The wife tries to keep him talking while the reliable business partner races to the office in an attempt to save his old friend. Will he make it in time?

Director: D.W. Griffith
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 15 min
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Production: American Mutoscope & Biograph
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en

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silent film

More Films by Director: D.W. Griffith
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Death's Marathon about?
Two business partners pursue the same woman. She accepts the marriage proposal of the irresponsible partner, much to her later regret. He squanders money on gambling, as his interest in her gradually wanes. One day after losing the company money in a card game, he decides to commit suicide. He telephones his wife from the office, as he puts a revolver near his head. The wife tries to keep him talking while the reliable business partner races to the office in an attempt to save his old friend. Will he make it in time?
Who directed Death's Marathon?
Death's Marathon was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in Death's Marathon?
Death's Marathon stars Blanche Sweet, Henry B. Walthall, Walter Miller, Lionel Barrymore, Robert Harron, Kate Bruce.
How long is Death's Marathon?
Death's Marathon has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
What genre is Death's Marathon?
Death's Marathon is a Drama film.
Where was Death's Marathon produced?
Death's Marathon was produced in United States of America.