Treason (1917)
A Tremendous War-Time Adventure
The enemy's success in smuggling a spy through the lines places the Stratiria armies in a dangerous position. The spy is intercepted and killed by Pettrus Baariot, the telegraph operator, who then succeeds in sending a message that saves the Stratiria forces from defeat. For his heroism, Pettrus is promised a promotion, but after his recovery from his severe wounds, he is humiliated through the treachery of Danick Rysson, a government official who desires to marry Floria Natarre, Pettrus' beloved. Bitter, Pettrus listens to the overtures of one of the enemy and steals the new telegraph code.
Director: Allen Holubar
Genre: Drama, War
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: May 14, 1917
Cast
- Allen Holubar - Pettrus Baariot
- Lois Wilson - Floria Natarre
- Dorothy Davenport - Luella Brysk
- Joseph W. Girard - Gergus Natarre
- George C. Pearce - Rodane Keestelt
- Edward Hearn - Danick Rysson
- Leo Pierson - Jossef Natarre
- Burton Law - Dyrkess Ledyard
- L.M. Wells - Seddrick Radore
Screenplay
Cinematography: Roy H. Klaffki
Production: Universal Film Manufacturing Company, Bluebird Photoplays
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Allen Holubar
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Treason about?
- The enemy's success in smuggling a spy through the lines places the Stratiria armies in a dangerous position. The spy is intercepted and killed by Pettrus Baariot, the telegraph operator, who then succeeds in sending a message that saves the Stratiria forces from defeat. For his heroism, Pettrus is promised a promotion, but after his recovery from his severe wounds, he is humiliated through the treachery of Danick Rysson, a government official who desires to marry Floria Natarre, Pettrus' beloved. Bitter, Pettrus listens to the overtures of one of the enemy and steals the new telegraph code.
- Who directed Treason?
- Treason was directed by Allen Holubar.
- Who stars in Treason?
- Treason stars Allen Holubar, Lois Wilson, Dorothy Davenport, Joseph W. Girard, George C. Pearce, Edward Hearn.
- How long is Treason?
- Treason has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is Treason?
- Treason is a Drama, War film.
- Where was Treason produced?
- Treason was produced in United States of America.