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The Devil to Pay (1920)

Movie ★ 7.0 80 min

Mystery

Small town politician and banker Brent Warren is responsible for a murder, but only George Roan is sent to the gallows for it. Roan, however, is resuscitated after he is hung and proceeds to secretly haunt Warren's life. District attorney Cullen Grant is sure that Warren was behind the killing and has him arrested. Warren's fiancee, Dare Keeling, also happens to the Grant's ex-sweetheart, and she believes in his innocence. Her brother, Larry, however, isn't so sure and he goes to work as Warren's secretary.

Ernest C. Warde Director Jack Cunningham Writer

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Quick facts

Released
November 28, 1920
Runtime
80 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0011111
Language
Studio
Robert Brunton Productions

Cast

Roy Stewart Roy Stewart Cullen Grant Robert McKim Robert McKim Brent Warren Fritzi Brunette Fritzi Brunette Dare Keeling George Fisher George Fisher Larry Keeling Evelyn Selbie Evelyn Selbie Mrs. Roan Joseph J. Dowling Joseph J. Dowling George Roan Richard Lapan Dick Roan Mark Fenton Dr. Jernigan William Marion Detective Potter

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Devil to Pay about?
Small town politician and banker Brent Warren is responsible for a murder, but only George Roan is sent to the gallows for it. Roan, however, is resuscitated after he is hung and proceeds to secretly haunt Warren's life. District attorney Cullen Grant is sure that Warren was behind the killing and has him arrested. Warren's fiancee, Dare Keeling, also happens to the Grant's ex-sweetheart, and she believes in his innocence. Her brother, Larry, however, isn't so sure and he goes to work as Warren's secretary.
Who directed The Devil to Pay?
The Devil to Pay was directed by Ernest C. Warde.
Who stars in The Devil to Pay?
The Devil to Pay stars Roy Stewart, Robert McKim, Fritzi Brunette, George Fisher.
When was The Devil to Pay released?
The Devil to Pay is a 1920 mystery film.
Where can I watch The Devil to Pay?
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