The Trapping of 'Peeler' White (1916)
Dick Benton is making a game attempt to start life all over again, after escaping from prison where he was confined for a crime he did not commit. "Peeler" White, who was really guilty, and who aided Benton to escape without telling the reason for his interest, stumbles across the young man who is now an express messenger. "Peeler" threatens to disclose his knowledge unless Benton aids him in a fake hold-up. The young man pretends to be a willing victim, but really warns the railroad detectives and "Peeler" and his companion find themselves in a trap on the train the following day.
Director: J. Gunnis Davis
Genre: Thriller
Runtime: 12 min
Release Date: April 1, 1916
Cast
- Helen Gibson - Helen
- True Boardman - Peeler White
- Roy Watson - Diamond Joe
- Harry Schumm - Burns
- Scott Pembroke - Dick Benton
Screenplay
- Herman A. Blackman (Story)
Production: Kalem Company
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
lost film
More Films by Director: J. Gunnis Davis
More Films in Genre: Thriller
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Trapping of 'Peeler' White about?
- Dick Benton is making a game attempt to start life all over again, after escaping from prison where he was confined for a crime he did not commit. "Peeler" White, who was really guilty, and who aided Benton to escape without telling the reason for his interest, stumbles across the young man who is now an express messenger. "Peeler" threatens to disclose his knowledge unless Benton aids him in a fake hold-up. The young man pretends to be a willing victim, but really warns the railroad detectives and "Peeler" and his companion find themselves in a trap on the train the following day.
- Who directed The Trapping of 'Peeler' White?
- The Trapping of 'Peeler' White was directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
- Who stars in The Trapping of 'Peeler' White?
- The Trapping of 'Peeler' White stars Helen Gibson, True Boardman, Roy Watson, Harry Schumm, Scott Pembroke.
- How long is The Trapping of 'Peeler' White?
- The Trapping of 'Peeler' White has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).
- What genre is The Trapping of 'Peeler' White?
- The Trapping of 'Peeler' White is a Thriller film.
- Where was The Trapping of 'Peeler' White produced?
- The Trapping of 'Peeler' White was produced in United States of America.