Flying Colors (1917)
Brent Brewster, formerly a Yale athlete known for his pole vaulting prowess, is unsuccessful in business. When his wealthy relatives send him out to fend for himself, Brent joins a detective agency. After Craig Lansing, a family friend, hires Brent to investigate the numerous jewel thefts in Poughkeepsie, Brent works undercover at Lansing's house party and recognizes Captain Drake, an English crook. Although Brent temporarily forgets detective work when he meets Ann, the beautiful sister of Lansing's wife Ruth, Ann's remark that $40,000 a year would be enough for her to live on brings Brent back to the job.
Director: Frank Borzage
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: September 23, 1917
Cast
- William Desmond - Brent Brewster
- Golda Madden - Ann
- Jack Livingston - Captain Drake
- Laura Sears - Ruth Lansing
- J. Barney Sherry - Craig Lansing
- George W. Chase - Jimmy McMahon
- J.P. Lockney - Brewster Sr.
- Bert Offord - The Cockney
- Mary McIvor - Stenographer
Screenplay
- R. Cecil Smith (Story)
- John Lynch
Production: Triangle Film Corporation
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Frank Borzage
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Flying Colors about?
- Brent Brewster, formerly a Yale athlete known for his pole vaulting prowess, is unsuccessful in business. When his wealthy relatives send him out to fend for himself, Brent joins a detective agency. After Craig Lansing, a family friend, hires Brent to investigate the numerous jewel thefts in Poughkeepsie, Brent works undercover at Lansing's house party and recognizes Captain Drake, an English crook. Although Brent temporarily forgets detective work when he meets Ann, the beautiful sister of Lansing's wife Ruth, Ann's remark that $40,000 a year would be enough for her to live on brings Brent back to the job.
- Who directed Flying Colors?
- Flying Colors was directed by Frank Borzage.
- Who stars in Flying Colors?
- Flying Colors stars William Desmond, Golda Madden, Jack Livingston, Laura Sears, J. Barney Sherry, George W. Chase.
- How long is Flying Colors?
- Flying Colors has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is Flying Colors?
- Flying Colors is a Drama film.
- Where was Flying Colors produced?
- Flying Colors was produced in United States of America.