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The Wheel of the Law (1916)

Movie ★ 10.0 50 min

Drama Crime

Broadway star Mona Mainard retires from the stage for marriage to rising attorney John Norton and watches his career climb. Over time she becomes concerned with his at times unscrupulous ways of getting convictions. When her brother is accused of murder Norton refuses to give up the case despite being aware of his innocence because a victory could land him the governorship. Mona takes extreme steps to bring him to his senses and exonerate her brother.

George D. Baker Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 18, 1916
Runtime
50 min
IMDb
tt0159123
Language
Studio
Rolfe Photoplays

Themes

Cast

Emily Stevens Emily Stevens Mona Mainard Frank Mills Frank Mills John Norton Harry Davenport Harry Davenport John Daniels Raymond McKee Raymond McKee Tommy Mainard Edwin Holt Edwin Holt 'Big' Bill Ryan Charles Eldridge Charles Eldridge Frank Willis Roma Raymond Pearl Le Claire Jerome N. Wilson Jimmy McClane Kalman Matus Thomas McGrath

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Wheel of the Law about?
Broadway star Mona Mainard retires from the stage for marriage to rising attorney John Norton and watches his career climb. Over time she becomes concerned with his at times unscrupulous ways of getting convictions. When her brother is accused of murder Norton refuses to give up the case despite being aware of his innocence because a victory could land him the governorship. Mona takes extreme steps to bring him to his senses and exonerate her brother.
Who directed The Wheel of the Law?
The Wheel of the Law was directed by George D. Baker.
Who stars in The Wheel of the Law?
The Wheel of the Law stars Emily Stevens, Frank Mills, Harry Davenport, Raymond McKee.
When was The Wheel of the Law released?
The Wheel of the Law is a 1916 drama, crime film.
Where can I watch The Wheel of the Law?
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