The Live Wire (1938)
Two professors who hire a sailor to lead them on a treasure hunt, and they soon find themselves in a dangerous situation involving pirates. The sailor, Bill, initially struggles to remember the location of the ruins, but eventually discovers a lost city and civilization. The professors and sailor then find themselves fighting for their lives against pirates to escape the island alive.
Director: Herbert Brenon
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 59 min
Release Date: June 13, 1938
Cast
- Bernard Nedell - James Cody
- Jean Gillie - Sally Barton
- Hugh Wakefield - Grantham
- Arthur Wontner - Montell
- Irene Ware - Jane
- David Burns - Snakey
- Felix Aylmer - Wilton
- C.M. Hallard - Sir George Dawson
- John Singer - Boy
- Kathleen Kelly - Phoebe
Screenplay
Cinematography: George Stretton
Production: British Lion Film Corporation
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Herbert Brenon
More Films in Genre: Comedy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Live Wire about?
- Two professors who hire a sailor to lead them on a treasure hunt, and they soon find themselves in a dangerous situation involving pirates. The sailor, Bill, initially struggles to remember the location of the ruins, but eventually discovers a lost city and civilization. The professors and sailor then find themselves fighting for their lives against pirates to escape the island alive.
- Who directed The Live Wire?
- The Live Wire was directed by Herbert Brenon.
- Who stars in The Live Wire?
- The Live Wire stars Bernard Nedell, Jean Gillie, Hugh Wakefield, Arthur Wontner, Irene Ware, David Burns.
- How long is The Live Wire?
- The Live Wire has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
- What genre is The Live Wire?
- The Live Wire is a Comedy film.
- Where was The Live Wire produced?
- The Live Wire was produced in United Kingdom.