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The Knocking on the Door (1923)

Movie ★ 10.0 36 min

Crime Drama Mystery

The evil Dr Fu-Manchu proves to be a master of disguise as well as villainy in this thrilling episode of the popular adventure serial. Adopting the persona of a long-bearded professor, Fu-Manchu pays a visit to London's Madame Tussauds waxworks. Elsewhere, there's something horribly uncanny going on at a remote country cottage: sleuths Nayland Smith and Petrie leave the capital to investigate.

A.E. Coleby Director

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Quick facts

Released
October 22, 1923
Runtime
36 min
IMDb
tt0237379
Studio
Stoll Picture Productions

Cast

H. Agar Lyons Dr. Fu Manchu Fred Paul Fred Paul Nayland Smith Joan Clarkson Karamaneh Humberston Wright Dr. Petrie Frank Wilson Frank Wilson Inspector Weymouth W.G. Saunders James Weymouth

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Knocking on the Door about?
The evil Dr Fu-Manchu proves to be a master of disguise as well as villainy in this thrilling episode of the popular adventure serial. Adopting the persona of a long-bearded professor, Fu-Manchu pays a visit to London's Madame Tussauds waxworks. Elsewhere, there's something horribly uncanny going on at a remote country cottage: sleuths Nayland Smith and Petrie leave the capital to investigate.
Who directed The Knocking on the Door?
The Knocking on the Door was directed by A.E. Coleby.
Who stars in The Knocking on the Door?
The Knocking on the Door stars H. Agar Lyons, Fred Paul, Joan Clarkson, Humberston Wright.
When was The Knocking on the Door released?
The Knocking on the Door is a 1923 crime, drama, mystery film.
Where can I watch The Knocking on the Door?
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