The Torch Bearer

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The Torch Bearer
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Directed by Jack Prescott
William Russell
Written by Arthur Henry Gooden (story)
J. Edward Hungerford (adaptation)
Starring Charlotte Burton
CinematographyJohn W. Brown
Distributed by Mutual Film
Release date
  • September 25, 1916 (1916-09-25)
Running time
5 reels
CountryUnited States
LanguagesSilent film
English intertitles

The Torch Bearer is a 1916 American silent drama film directed by William Russell and Jack Prescott. The film stars Charlotte Burton.

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