The Call to Arms (1910)
A Story of the Middle Ages
A Feudal Lord and his bride were visited by their cousin at a time when this Lord was presenting to his bride the family heirloom the Great Ruby of Irskaat. The cousin coveted it, and was determined to secure it. The Lord receives a call to arms and appreciating the danger of leaving this valuable jewel unguarded, buries it in a secluded part of the grounds. His soldiers now assembled, he departs, leaving his wife to the care of his trusted servants. No sooner had he left than the cousin returns with the subterfuge that he will stay at the palace guarding the wife until the Lord's return. This the wife appreciates, believing his tender well meant. Surreptitiously he rids the palace of the servants, placing his own in their stead; The poor woman is now in the absolute power of this despicable villain.
Cast
- Henry B. Walthall - The Lord
- Marion Leonard - The Lord's Wife, Regina
- Joseph Graybill - The Lord's Cousin
- Mary Pickford - A Messenger
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Call to Arms about?
- A Feudal Lord and his bride were visited by their cousin at a time when this Lord was presenting to his bride the family heirloom the Great Ruby of Irskaat. The cousin coveted it, and was determined to secure it. The Lord receives a call to arms and appreciating the danger of leaving this valuable jewel unguarded, buries it in a secluded part of the grounds. His soldiers now assembled, he departs, leaving his wife to the care of his trusted servants. No sooner had he left than the cousin returns with the subterfuge that he will stay at the palace guarding the wife until the Lord's return. This the wife appreciates, believing his tender well meant. Surreptitiously he rids the palace of the servants, placing his own in their stead; The poor woman is now in the absolute power of this despicable villain.
- Who directed The Call to Arms?
- The Call to Arms was directed by D.W. Griffith.
- Who stars in The Call to Arms?
- The Call to Arms stars Henry B. Walthall, Marion Leonard, Joseph Graybill, Mary Pickford.
- How long is The Call to Arms?
- The Call to Arms has a runtime of 17m (17 minutes).
- What genre is The Call to Arms?
- The Call to Arms is a Drama, History film.
- Where was The Call to Arms produced?
- The Call to Arms was produced in United States of America.