| The Scarlet Runner | |
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| Directed by | William P. S. Earle Wally Van |
| Written by | George H. Plympton A. M. Williamson C. N. Williamson |
| Starring | Earle Williams Marguerite Blake |
| Distributed by | Vitagraph Company of America |
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Running time | 12 episodes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | Silent with English intertitles |
The Scarlet Runner is a 1916 American drama film serial directed by William P. S. Earle and Wally Van. The film is considered lost. [1]
A series of 12 two-reel episodes, each a separate story related to the adventures of Christopher Race and his high-powered automobile, "The Scarlet Runner". Every episode has a different cast, except for the continuing role of Earle Williams.
This is an overview of 1922 in film, including significant events, a list of films released and notable births and deaths.
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