| America's Answer | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Edwin F. Glenn [1] |
| Produced by | Charles S. Hart |
| Cinematography | Freeman H. Owens |
| Music by | none (silent film) |
Release date |
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Running time | 80 minutes |
| Country | United States [3] |
| Language | English [4] |
| Box office | $185,144 [5] |
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