THE SURPRISE FIRST-RUN SERIAL SENSATION!
Released in both sound and silent versions, this ten-chapter serial starred former cowboy ace Jack Perrin and chapterplay veteran Louise Lorraine. One of a group of Americans steals the Jade Box, which holds the secret of invisibility; a murderous Oriental cult wants it back and tracks them down.
Edward Haines
The film's tagline is: "THE SURPRISE FIRST-RUN SERIAL SENSATION!"
The runtime is 220 minutes (3h 40m).
The film was directed by Ray Taylor.
The screenplay was written by Frederick J. Jackson.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt0021007.
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The Jade Box
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