The Argyle Case (1917)
When multi-millionaire banker John Argyle is found brutally murdered in his home, suspicions are cast upon Mary Mazuret, his adopted daughter who became the sole beneficiary of his estate under his will, Argyle having quarrelled with his son Bruce. Just as the case begins to look black for Mary, Asche Kayton, a great private detective, is called in by Bruce and takes hold of the investigation.
Director: Ralph Ince
Genre: Mystery
Runtime: 70 min
Release Date: February 6, 1917
Cast
- Robert Warwick - Asche Kayton
- Frank McGlynn Sr. - John Argyle
- Elaine Hammerstein - Mary Mazuret
- H. Cooper Cliffe - Frederick Kreisler
- Charles Hines - Joe Manning
- Arthur Albertson - Bruce Argyle
- Gazelle Marche - Nan Thornton
- John Fleming - Inspector Dougherty
- Mary Alden - Nellie Marsh
- Robert Vivian - Finley
Screenplay
Production: Selznick Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Argyle Case about?
- When multi-millionaire banker John Argyle is found brutally murdered in his home, suspicions are cast upon Mary Mazuret, his adopted daughter who became the sole beneficiary of his estate under his will, Argyle having quarrelled with his son Bruce. Just as the case begins to look black for Mary, Asche Kayton, a great private detective, is called in by Bruce and takes hold of the investigation.
- Who directed The Argyle Case?
- The Argyle Case was directed by Ralph Ince.
- Who stars in The Argyle Case?
- The Argyle Case stars Robert Warwick, Frank McGlynn Sr., Elaine Hammerstein, H. Cooper Cliffe, Charles Hines, Arthur Albertson.
- How long is The Argyle Case?
- The Argyle Case has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
- What genre is The Argyle Case?
- The Argyle Case is a Mystery film.
- Where was The Argyle Case produced?
- The Argyle Case was produced in United States of America.