| The Mystery of 13 | |
|---|---|
 Film poster Chapter 6 Singled Hand | |
| Directed by | Francis Ford |
| Written by | John B. Clymer Elsie Van Name |
| Starring | Francis Ford Rosemary Theby |
Production company | Burston Films Inc. |
Release date |
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Running time | 15 episodes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | Silent with English intertitles |
The Mystery of 13 is a 1919 American drama film serial directed by Francis Ford. [1]
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